Frankenstein quiz 2 Flashcards

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assuage

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to lessen the intensity of something that pains or distresses

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conjecture

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a conclusion reached by surmise or guesswork

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demeanor

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behavior towards others

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dissipate

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to case to scatter or spread thin and eventually vanish

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flagrant

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conspicuously offensive

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impervious

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not capable of being harmed, impenetrable

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irksome

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tedious and aggravating

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listless

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having a lack of energy interest, or spirit

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minute

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very small, marked by close attention to detail

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pilgrimage

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journey to a shrine or sacred place

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traverse

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to go or travel across or over

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vengeance

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punishment inflicted in retaliation for an injury or offense

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abhorrence

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feeling of strong disgust or repugnance towards something

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consternation

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confusion that hinders

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complacent

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self-satisfied, especially when unaware of potential deficiencies or dangers

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delineate

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to describe portray or set forth with great accuracy or detail

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enigmatic

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mysterious, difficult to understand or describe

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insurmountable

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incapable of being overcome

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malicious

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showing a desire to cause harm

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tranquil

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free from agitation of mind or spirit

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pensive

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sad and thoughtful

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precarious

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characterized by a lack of security of stability that threatens danger

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wanton

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merciless, inhumane, excessive