deck_2725080 Flashcards
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factitious (adj.)
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causing disagreement
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ignoble (adj)
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dishonorable; shameful
3
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boor (n)
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a rude or impolite person
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aegis (adj)
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a shield; protection
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perspicacity (n)
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keenness of judgement
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fervent (adj)
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eager; earnest
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rectify (v)
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to correct; to make right
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enervate (v)
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to weaken
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besiege (v)
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to overwhelm; to surround and attack
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ephemeral (adj)
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lasting only a brief time; short lived
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altruism (n)
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a concern for others generosity
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carrion (n)
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decaying flesh
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erotic (adj)
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pertaining to sexual love
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amorphous (adj)
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shapeless, formless, vague
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opulent (adj)
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rich, luxurious; wealthy