English Vocab 4 Flashcards by Travis C | Brainscape

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Dearth

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Scarcity that makes dear (famine, an inadequate supply: lack)

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Ostentatious

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Characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.

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Pretentious

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Attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.

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Pretentious

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Attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.

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Doldrums (noun)

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A state or period of inactivity, stagnation, or depression

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Impetuous

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Acting or done quickly and without thought or care; moving forcefully or rapidly

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