Frakenstein 3 Flashcards

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Is the process of using one’s hands to check the body, especially while perceiving/diagnosing a disease or illness

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Palpitation

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address (someone) in such a way as to express disapproval or disappointment

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Reproach

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describe or portray (something) precisely

indicate the exact position of (a border or boundary)

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Delineate

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(of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something.

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Incredulous

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Unremitting

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never relaxing or slackening; incessant

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Remorse

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a deep regret coming from a sense of guilt for past wrongs

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Dissipate

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(with reference to a feeling or other intangiblething) disappear or cause to disappear.
squander or fritter away (money, energy, or resources).

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Antipathy

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a deep-seated feeling of dislike; aversion

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Diffident

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modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence

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Perdition

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(in Christian theology) a state of eternal punishment and damnation into which a sinful and unpenitent person passes after death

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Absolution

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formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment.

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Indignation

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anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment

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Countenance

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a person’s face or facial expression/support/admit as acceptable or possible

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Ignominious

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deserving or causing public disgrace or shame

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Candor

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the quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness

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