Definitions & Synonyms Flashcards
1
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Define hypochondriac
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Definition:
A person who is abnormally anxious about their health.
Synonyms
- Valetudinarian
- Malingerer
2
Q
List synonyms for the word help
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- Assist
- Aid
- Support
- Succour
3
Q
Define ephemeral
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Definition:
lasting for a very short time
Synonyms
- Temporary
- Transitory
- Transient
- Fleeting
- Momentary
- Brief
- Cursory
- Evanescent
- Fugacious
4
Q
Define Ethereal
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Definition:
Extremely delicate and light in a way that seems not to be of this world.
Synonyms
- Delicate
- Exquisite
- Elegant
- Dainty
- Graceful
5
Q
Define Barmecide
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Definition:
illusory or imaginary and therefore disappointing.
Synonyms
- Illusion
- Hallucinatory
- Fallacious
- Deceptive
6
Q
Define Peccable
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Definition
Something sinful, fallible. It is the antonym of impeccable.
Synonyms
- Sinful
- Wicked
- Peccant
- Ungodly
- Unvirtuous
7
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Define coy
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Definition
- making a pretence of shyness or modesty that is intended to be alluring (typically used of a woman).
- reluctant to give details about something regarded as sensitive
Synonyms
Definition 1
- Flirtatious
- Simpering
- Coquettish
Definition 2:
- Reticent
- Tight-lipped
- Shy
- Secretive
8
Q
Define flippant.
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Definition
Not showing a serious or respectful attitude.
Synonyms
- Churlish
- Glib
- Sarcastic
- Cheeky
9
Q
Define truncate
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Definition
Shorten the duration or extent of.
Synonyms
- Shorten
- Cut
- Curtail
- Prune
- Diminish
