English Vocab 1 Flashcards

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Privy

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Informed about something secret or not generally known

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Feign

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Give a false appearance of
Irrelevant

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Subdued

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In a softened tone

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Turbulent

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Characterized by unrest, disorder, or insubordination

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Irrelevant

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Having no bearing on or connection with the subject at issue

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Deft

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Skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

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Ravage

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A destructive action

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Permeate

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Spread or diffuse through

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Vehement

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Marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions

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Cordial

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Politely warm and friendly

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Vacuous

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lack of intelligence

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Asunder

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Into parts or pieces

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Tumultuous

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Characterized by unrest, disorder, or insubordination

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Console

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Give moral or emotional strength to

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Impassioned

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Characterized by intense emotion

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