English Vocabulary Words Flashcards

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Beseech

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To ask earnestly; to beg

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Consternation

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Amazement or fear that makes one feel confused

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Delectable

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Pleasing to the senses, especially to the sense of taste; delicious

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4
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Garland

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A wreath or chain of leaves and flowers

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5
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Gratify

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To please or satisfy - To give in to what is wanted or requested - Pleasing

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Haughty

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Showing too much pride in oneself and scorn or contempt for others - The state or quality of being haughty

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7
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Impetuous

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Likely to act without thinking; hasty

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Lavish

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Much more than enough; Very costly; To give freely or generously

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9
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Pluck

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To pull off or out; to pick - To remove the feathers from- To pull at and let go- Courage; bravery-Brave; courageous

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Ponder

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To think about; to consider carefully

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Privilege

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A special favor, right, or advantage given to a person or group- Given favors or advantages denied to others

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Prostrate

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Lying flat- Lying facedown, especially to show respect- Completely overcome; weak and helpless

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13
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Rapture

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A state of great joy, delight, or love

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14
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Revelry

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Noisy merrymaking

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Whim

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A sudden wish to do something without a particular reason; a fanciful idea

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