Chapters 4-6 Flashcards

1
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a building, especially a large, imposing one.

A

edifice

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2
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a person’s look or manner, especially one of a particular kind indicating their character or mood.

A

mien

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3
Q

remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree

A

prodigious

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4
Q

respected and impressive.

A

Augest

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5
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treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant.

A

facetious

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6
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accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.

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venerable

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7
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special honor or respect shown publicly.

A

homage

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8
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outcast.

A

pariah

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9
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not expressing or revealing

A

noncommittal

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