Common words 1 Flashcards
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Galvanize
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To excite or inspire (someone) to action
2
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Vindicate
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To clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting arguments or proof
3
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Venality
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The condition of being susceptible to bribes or corruption
4
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Enervate
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To sap energy from, to make weaker
5
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Auspicious
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Favorable, the opposite of sinister
6
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Undermine
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To weaken
7
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Veracious
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Truthful
8
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Calumny
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Making a false statement meant to injure a persons reputation
9
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Wanting
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Lacking
10
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Involved
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Complicated, and difficult to comprehend
11
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Commensurate
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To be in proportion or corresponding in degree or amount
12
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Acrimony
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Bitterness and ill-will
13
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Impertinent
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Being disrespectful; improperly forward or bold
14
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Disinterested
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Unbiased; neutral
15
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Chastise
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To reprimand harshly