Gergmat Flashcards
1
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Assertive
A
Aggressive with one’s opinion
2
Q
Convoluted
A
Complicated, involved
3
Q
Aggrandize
A
Make himself bigger, inflate reputation
4
Q
Derivative
A
Trite
5
Q
Castigated
A
\+= praised _= criticized
6
Q
Desiccated
A
Remove water, dried
7
Q
Construed
A
Interpret
8
Q
Reprimand
A
Expression of criticism and censure
9
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Imprudence
A
Lack of caution in practical affairs
10
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Austere /2/
/ syn / ascetic
A
1) strict
2) severely simple
11
Q
Flouted ( strong word)
A
Went against
12
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Didactic, condescending
A
Talking down
13
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Obsequious
/ syn / sycophantic, servile
A
Attempting to win favor by flattery
14
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Irreverent
A
Disrespectful
15
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Proclivity
A
Tendency
