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tepid

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1) (especially of a liquid) only slightly warm; lukewarm<div><br></br></div><div>2) showing little enthusiasm</div>

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sound

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1) vibrations that travel through the air or another medium and can be heard when they reach a persons or animals ear<div><br></br></div><div>2) an idea or impression conveyed by words</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) in good condition, not damaged, injured, or diseased</div>

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upbraid

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find fault with (someone); scold

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tarnish

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1) damage or harm done to something<div><br></br></div><div>2) dullness of color; loss of brightness</div>

trüben, beeinträchtigen

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vexation

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the state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried

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abet

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encourage or assist (someone) to do something wrong, in particular to commit a crime

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amalgamate

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combine or unite to form one organization or structure

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accessible

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1) (of a place) able to be reached or entered<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of a person, especially one in a position of authority) friendly and easy to talk to; approachable</div>

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attenuate

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to make something less or weaker

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acquisitive

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excessively interested in acquiring money or material things

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augment

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make (something) greater by adding to it, increase

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aversion

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a strong dislike or disinclination

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blithe

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satisfied and without worry

showing a casual and cheerful indifference considered to be callous or improper

unbekümmert

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discount

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1) deduct an amount from (the usual price of something)<div><br></br></div><div>2) regard (a possibility or fact) as being unworthy of consideration because it lacks credibility</div>

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contempt

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a strong feeling of lack of respect for someone or something

the feeling that a person or a thing is worthless or beneath consideration

Verachtung

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dissident

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a person who opposes offical policy, especially that of an authoritarian state

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dawdle

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waste time; be slow

trödeln

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deflect

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1) cause (something) to change direction; turn aside from a straight course<div><br></br></div><div>2) cause (someone) to deviate from an intended purpose</div>

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efficacious

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(of something inanimate or abstract) successful in producing a desired or intended result, effective

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equitable

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fair and impartial

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erratic

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changing suddenly and unexpectedly

not even or regular in pattern or movement, unpredictable

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manacle

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one of two metal bands joined by a chain, for fastening a persons hands or ankles/shackles

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industrious

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dilligent and hard working

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modest

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1) unassuming in the estimation of ones abilities or achievements<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of an amount, rate, or level) relatively moderate, limited, or small</div>

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inform

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1) give (someone) facts or information, tell<div><br></br></div><div>2) give an essential or formative principle or quality to</div>

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noxious

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harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant

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irksome

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irritating, annoying

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pernicious

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having a harmful effect, especailly in a gradual or subtle way

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scorn

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a strong feeling that someone or something is of little or no worth and deserves no respect

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predicament

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a difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation

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subordinate

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of less or secondary importance

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proficient

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cometent or skilled in doing or using something

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prolix

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(of speech or writing) using or containing too many words; tediously lengthy

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unseemly

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(of behavior or actions) not proper or appropriate

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veritable

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used for emphasis, often to qualify a metaphor

wahrhaftig

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acolyte

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a person assisting a priest in a religious service or procession

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coin

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1) invent<div><br></br></div><div>2) a flat disc or piece of metal with an official stamp, used as money</div>

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anoint

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1) smear or rub with oil, typically as part of a religious ceremony<div><br></br></div><div>2) nominate or choose (someone) as successor to or leading candidate for a position</div>

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cunning

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having or showing skill in achieving ones ends by deceit or evasion

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discomfit

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make (someone) feel uneasy or embarrassed

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base

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1) use (something specified) as the foundation or starting point for something<div><br></br></div><div>2) (adjective) without moral principles; ignoble</div>

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coercion

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the action or practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats

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dissent

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hold or express opinions that are at variance with those commonlu or officially held

strong difference of opinion; disagreement esp. about official decisions

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distill

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1) purify (a liquid) by heating it so that it vaporizes, then cooling and condensing the vapor and collecting the resulting liquid

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fallible

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capable of making mistakes or being wrong

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dubious

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1) hesitating or doubting<div><br></br></div><div>2) not to be relied upon, suspect</div>

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florid

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1) with too much decoration or detail<div><br></br></div><div>2) having a red or flushed complexion</div>

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ebullient

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cheerful and full of energy

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gawky

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nervously awkward and ungainly

schlaksig, unbeholfen

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facetious

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not seriously meaning what you say, usually in an attempt to be humorous or to trick someone

treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humour, flippant

sarkastisch, scherzhaft, spöttisch

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inveigle

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to persuade someone to do something the person may not want to do

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jettison

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abandon or discard (someone or something that is no longer wanted)

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noble

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1) belonging by rank, title, or birth to the aristocracy<div><br></br></div><div>2) having or showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles</div>

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mendacity

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untruthfulness

the act of not telling the truth

Verlogenheit

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parochial

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having a limited or narrow outlook or scope

beschränkt, provinziel, engstirnig

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munificent

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characterized by or displaying great generosity

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pedestrian

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1) a person walking rather than travelling in a vehicle<div><br></br></div><div>2) lacking inspiration or excitement, dull</div>

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naive

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(of a person or action) showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgement

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prevaricate

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speak or act in an evasive way

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prime

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1) of first importance, main<div><br></br></div><div>2) the state or time of greatest vigor or success in a persons life</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) make (something) ready for use or action</div>

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viable

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capable of working successfully; feasible

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radical

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1) (especially of change or action) relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something, far-reaching or thorough<div><br></br></div><div>2) advocating or based on thorough or complete political or social change</div>

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recrudescent

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break out again; recur

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temporal

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1) relating to worldly as opposed to spiritual affairs, secular<div><br></br></div><div>2) relating to time</div>

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transitory

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not permanent

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abreast

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1) side by side and facing the same way<div><br></br></div><div>2) alongside or level with something</div>

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confound

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1) cause surprise or confusion in (someone) especially by not according with their expectations<div><br></br></div><div>2) mix up (something) with something else</div>

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duplicitous

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dishonest or hiding the truth

deceitful

heuchlerisch

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digression

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a temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing

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discrepancy

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an illogical or surprising lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts

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expedient

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(of an action) convenient and practical although possibly improper or immoral

zweckmäßig

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fabricate

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1) invent (something) in order to decieve<div><br></br></div><div>2) construct or manufacture (an industrial product), especially from prepared components</div>

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glum

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sad and discouraged

looking or feeling dejected, morose

deprimiert, bedrückt

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harbinger

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a person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another/indicator

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malfeasance

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wrongdoing, especially (US) by a public official

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intrinsic

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belonging naturally, essential

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manifest

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1) show (a quality or feeling) by ones acts or appearance, demonstrate<div><br></br></div><div>2) a document listing a ships contents, cargo, passengers, and crew, for the use of customs officers</div>

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largesse

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generosity in bestowing money or gifts upon others

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minute

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1) so small as to be insignificant<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of an investigation or account) taking the smallest points into consideration; precise and meticulous</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) a summarizd record of the proceedings at a meeting</div>

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libertine

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1) a person, especially a man, who freely indulges in sensual pleasures without regard to moral principles<div><br></br></div><div>2) a freethinker in matters of religion</div>

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modish

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conforming to or following what is currently popular or fashionable

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nascent

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(especially of a process or organization) just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential

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prowess

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1) skill or expertise in a particular activity or field<div><br></br></div><div>2) bravery in battle</div>

Fähigkeiten, Tüchtigkeit

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perennial

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lasting or existing for a long or apparently infinite time, enduring or continually recurring

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schism

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a split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief

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pious

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1) devoutly religious<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of a hope) sincere but unlikely to be fulfilled</div>

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slander

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make false and damaging statements about (someone)

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providential

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1) occuring at a favorable time, opportune<div><br></br></div><div>2) involving divine foresight or providence</div>

günstig, glücklich (Schicksal)

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stalwart

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loyal, reliable, and hard-working

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supplicate

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ask or beg for something earnestly or humbly

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terse

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sparing in the use of words, abrupt

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tirade

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a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation

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woeful

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1) characterized by, expressive of, or causing sorrow or misery<div><br></br></div><div>2) very bad, deplorable</div>

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universal

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relating to or done by all people or things in the world or in a particular gorup; applicable to all cases/ubiquitous

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vanquish

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defeat thoroughly/conquer

überwältigen, besiegen

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abject

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extreme and without hope

1) (of something bad) experienced or present to the maximum degree<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of a person or their behavior) completely without pride or dignitiy, self-abasing</div>

erbärmlich

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aver

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to say that something is certainly true

state or assert to be the case

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barrage

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1) bombard (someone) with questions, criticisms, complaints, etc.<div><br></br></div><div>2) an artificial barrier across a river or estuary to prevent flooding, aid irrigation or navigation, or to generate electricity by tidal power</div>

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amicable

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characterized by friendliness and absence of discord

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animosity

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strong hostility

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cathartic

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involving the release of strong emotions through a particular activity or experience

providing psychological relief through the oepn expression of strong emotions; causing catharsis

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decipher

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to discover the meaning of something hard to understand or which contains a hidden message

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delusion

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1) an idiosyncratic belief or impression maintained despite being contradicted by reality or rational argument<div><br></br></div><div>2) the action of deluding or the state of being deluded/deception</div>

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enthrall

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to keep someone completely interested

capture the fascinated attention of

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eradicate

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destroy completely, put an end to

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dispense

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1) distribute or provide (a service or information) to a number of people<div><br></br></div><div>2) manage without or get rid of</div>

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fledgling

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a person or organization that is immature, inexperienced, or underdeveloped

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eloquent

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fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing

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fortitude

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courage in pain or adversity

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fortuitous

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happening by chance rather than intention/happening by a lucky chance; fortunate

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itinerant

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travelling from place to place

wandernd, umherziehend

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goad

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1) provoke or annoy (someone) so as to stimulate an action or reaction<div><br></br></div><div>2) drive (an animal) with a spiked stick</div>

reizen

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magnanimous

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generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or less powerful person

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imminent

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about to happen

bevorstehend

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meritorious

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deserving reward or praise

Anerkennung verdienend

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incontrovertible

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not able to be denied or disputed

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mutiny

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an open rebellion against the proper authorities, especially by soldiers or sailors against their officers

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paradoxical

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seemingly absurd or self-contradictory

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repertoire

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1) a stock of plays, dances, or items that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform<div><br></br></div><div>2) a stock of skills or types of behavior that a person habitually uses</div>

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perseverance

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persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving sucess

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resilient

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1) (of a person or animal) able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of a substance or object) able to recoil or spring back into shape after bending, stretching, or being compressed</div>

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render

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1) provide or give (a service, help, etc)<div><br></br></div><div>2) cause to be or become, make</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) represent or depict artistically</div><div><br></br></div><div>4) covertly send (a foreign criminal or terrorist suspect) for interrogation abroad; subject to extraordinary rendition</div><div><br></br></div><div>5) melt down (fat) in order to clarify it</div><div><br></br></div><div>6) cover (stone or brick) with a coat of plaster</div>

123
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resolute

A

determined in character, action, or ideas

admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering

124
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supple

A

bending and moving easily and gracefully, flexible

125
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valor

A

great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle

126
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arresting

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1) striking, eye-catching<div><br></br></div><div>2) denoting a person or agency that seizes and detains someone by legal authority</div>

127
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economy

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1) the state of a country or region in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services and the supply of money<div><br></br></div><div>2) careful management of availible resources</div>

128
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chastise

A

to punish or criticize someone strongly

rebuke or reprimand severely/scold

züchtigen, strafen

129
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elementary

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1) relating to the rudiments of a subject<div><br></br></div><div>2) not decomposable into elements or other primary constituents</div>

130
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embellish

A

make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features

131
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euphoric

A

characterized by or feeling intesne excitement and happiness

132
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falter

A

lose strength or momentum

133
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exonerate

A

1) (of an official body) absolve (someone) from blame for a fault or wrongdoing<div><br></br></div><div>2) release someone from (a duty or obligation)</div>

entlasten (Gericht)
entbinden (vom Dienst)

134
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fervent

A

showing strong and sincere feelings or beliefs

having or displaying a passionate intensity

135
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foment

A

instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action)

136
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extrapolate

A

extend the application of (a method or conclusion) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue or similar methods will be applicable

137
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gaffe

A

an unintentional act or remark causing embarassment to its originator, a blunder

Ausrutscher, Entgleisung

138
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heterodox

A

not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs

139
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liability

A

1) the state of being legally responsible for something<div><br></br></div><div>2) a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to put one at a disadvantage</div>

140
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histrionic

A

excessively theatrical or dramatic in character or style

141
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implicit

A

1) suggested though not directly expressed<div><br></br></div><div>2) always to be found in, essentially connected with</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) with no qualification or question, absolute</div>

142
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obstinate

A

stubbornly refusing to change ones opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so

hartnäckig, sturr

143
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painstaking

A

done with or employing great care and thoroughness

144
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inviolate

A

(that must be) not harmed or damaged

free or safe from injury or violation

145
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phlegmatic

A

(of a person) having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition

146
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prodigious

A

remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree

147
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stinting

A

supply a very ungenerous or inadequate amount of (something)

148
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propensity

A

an inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way

149
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temper

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1) a persons state of mind seen in terms of their being angry or calm<div><br></br></div><div>2) the degree of hardness and elasticity in steel or other metal</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) act as a neutralizing or counterbalancing force to (something)</div>

150
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qualm

A

an uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about ones own conduct, a misgiving

151
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tentative

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1) not certain or fixed, provisional<div><br></br></div><div>2) done without confidence, hesitant</div>

152
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renege

A

to not do what you previously agreed to do; to fail to keep a promise or agreement

go back on a promise, undertaking, or contract

sein Wort brechen

153
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unprecedented

A

never done or known before

154
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vivacious

A

(especially of a woman) attractively lively and animated

155
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allusive

A

using or containing suggestion rather than explicit mention

verblümt, voller Anspielungen

156
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curb

A

1) a check or restraint on something<div><br></br></div><div>2) a type of bit with a strap or chain attached which passes under a horses lower jaw, used as a check</div>

157
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astute

A

quick to see how to use a situation to your advantage

158
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decry

A

publicly denounce

159
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duress

A

threats, violence, constraints, or other action used to coerce someone into doing something against their will or better judgement

Nötigung, Zwang

160
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commence

A

begin

161
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convalescent

A

(of a person) recovering from an illness or medical treatment

162
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evoke

A

1) bring or recall (a feeling, memory, or image) to the conscious mind<div><br></br></div><div>2) invoke (a spirit or deity)</div>

163
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fawn

A

1) (of a person) give a servile display of exaggerated flattery or affection, typically in order to gain favor<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of a deer) produce young</div>

schleimen

164
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headstrong

A

energetically willful and determined

165
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intermittent

A

occuring at irregular intervals, not continuous or steady

166
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fret

A

1) be constantly or visibly anxious<div><br></br></div><div>2) gradually wear away (something) by rubbing or gnawing</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) flow or move in small waves</div>

167
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ire

A

anger

168
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glib

A

(of words or a speaker) fluent but insincere and shallow

169
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languid

A

lacking energy, or causing a lack of energy or enthusiasm

1) (of a person, manner, or gesture) having or showing a disinclination for physical exertion or effort<div><br></br></div><div>2) weak or faint from illness or fatigue</div>

träge, schwach

170
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lull

A

1) make (someone) feel deceptively secure or confident<div><br></br></div><div>2) calm or send to sleep, typically with soothing sounds or movements</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) a temporary interval of quiet or lack of activity</div>

einlullen, beschwichtigen

171
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nonplussed

A

so surprised and confused that one is unsure how to react

172
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precipitous

A

1) (of an action) done suddenly and without careful consideration<div><br></br></div><div>2) dangerously high or steep</div>

überstürzt etwas getan

173
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mettlesome

A

(of a person or animal) full of spirit and courage; lively

couragiert

174
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mollify

A

appease the anger or anxiety of (someone)

besänftigen

175
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neutralize

A

make (something) ineffective by applying an opposite force or effect

176
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pretentious

A

attempting to impress by affecting greater importance or merit than is actually possessed

angeberisch

177
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profound

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1) (of a state, quality, or emotion) very great or intense<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of a person or statement) having or showing great knoeldge or insight</div>

tiefgreifend (Emotionen, Wissen etc)

178
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regress

A

return to a former or less developed state

179
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propagate

A

1) spread and promote (an idea, theory, etc.) widely<div><br></br></div><div>2) breed specimens of (a plant or animal) by natural processes from the parent stock</div>

180
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repercussion

A

an unintended consequence of an event or action, especially an unwelcome one

181
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recourse

A

a source of help in a difficult situation

182
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replenish

A

restore (a stock or supply) to a former level or condition

183
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refute

A

prove (a statement or theory) to be wrong or false, disprove

184
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vigilant

A

keeping careful wathc for possible danger or difficulties

185
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assail

A

make a concerted or violent attack on/criticize strongly

bestürmen

186
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benevolent

A

kind and helpful

well meaning and kindly/ (of an organization) serving a chartiable rather than a profit-making purpose

187
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buttress

A

1) provide (a building or structure) with buttresses<div><br></br></div><div>2) increase the strength of or justification for, reinforce</div>

188
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condone

A

accept (behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive)

189
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berate

A

scold or criticize (someone) angrily

beschimpfen

190
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buoyant

A

1) able or tending to keep afloat or rise to the top of a liquid or gas<div><br></br></div><div>2) cheerful and optomistic</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) (of an economy, business, or market) involving or engaged inmuch successful trade or activity</div>

191
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contravene

A

to not obey a rule or law, or to not do what you promised

offended against the prohibition or order of (a law, treaty, or code of conduct) / conflict with (a right, principle, etc.) especially to its detriment

192
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denounce

A

publicly declare to be wrong or evil / inform against

193
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despotic

A

of or typical of a despot; tyrannical

194
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exorcise

A

1) completely remove (something unpleasant) from ones mind or memory<div><br></br></div><div>2) rid (a person or place) of a supposed evil spirit</div>

195
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deviate

A

depart from usual or accepted standards

196
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finicky

A

(of a person) fussy about their needs or requirements / showing or requiring great attention to detail

197
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disinterested

A

1) not influenced by considerations of personal advantage<div><br></br></div><div>2) having or feeling no interest in something; uninterested</div>

198
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escalate

A

increase rapidly / make or become more intense or serious

199
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foil

A

1) prevent (something considered wrong or undesirable) from succeeding<div><br></br></div><div>2) frustrate the efforts or plans of</div>

200
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intertwined

A

twist or twine together / connect or link (two or more things) closely

201
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mercurial

A

1) subject to sudden or unpredictable changes of mood or mind<div><br></br></div><div>2) of or containing the element of mercury</div>

202
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inundate

A

1) overwhelm (someone) with things or people to be dealt with<div><br></br></div><div>2) flood</div>

203
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oblivious

A

not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one

204
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ironclad

A

impossible to contradict, weaken, or change

205
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perpetrate

A

carry out or commit (a harmful, illegal, or immoral action)

206
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jeopardize

A

put (someone or something) into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure

jdn./etw. in Gefahr bringen

207
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plaintive

A

sounding sad and mournful

208
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subside

A

1) become less intense, violent, or severe<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of water) go down to a lower than normal level</div>

nachlassen, abklingen

209
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poignant

A

causing or having a very sharp feeling of sadness

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regre

210
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subsume

A

include or absorb (something) in something else

211
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quiescent

A

in a state or period of inactivity or dormancy

212
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surmount

A

1) overcome (a difficulty or obstacle)<div><br></br></div><div>2) stand or be placed on top of</div>

213
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reiterate

A

say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity

214
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tangential

A

1) diverging from a previous course or line; erratic<div><br></br></div><div>2) hardly touching a matter, peripheral</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) relating to or along a tangent</div>

215
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adept

A

very skilled or proficient at something

216
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articulate

A

having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently

217
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adverse

A

preventing success or development; harmful, unfavorable

nachteilig

218
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auspicious

A

conducive to success; favorable / giving or being a sign of future success

219
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appropriate

A

1) take (something) for ones own use, typically without the owners permission<div><br></br></div><div>2) devote (money or assets) to a special purpose</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) suitable or proper in the circumstances</div>

220
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bereft

A

1) deprived of or lacking (something)<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of a person) sad and lonely, especially through someones death or departure</div>

beraubt

221
Q

archetype

A

1) a very typical example of a certain person or thing<div><br></br></div><div>2) an original which has been imitated, a prototype</div>

222
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captious

A

tending to find fault or raise petty objections

often expressing criticisms about matters that are not important

223
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conclusive

A

(of facts, proof, or arguments) ending any doubt or uncertainty about a situation

224
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disentangle

A

free (something or someone) from something that they are entangled with

225
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conspire

A

1) make secret plans jointly to commit an unlaful or harmful act<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of events or circumstances) seem to be working together to bring about a particular negative result</div>

aushecken, sich verschwören

226
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exhort

A

strongly encourage or urge (someone) to do something

227
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delineate

A

1) describe or portray (something) precisely<div><br></br></div><div>2) indicate the exact position of (a border or boundary)</div>

228
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frailty

A

the condition of being weak and delicate / weakness in character or morals

Schwachheit

229
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grievance

A

a real or imagined cause for complaint, especially unfair treatment

230
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pomposity

A

the quality of being too serious and showing that you think you are very important

the quality of being pompous, self-importance

Wichtigtuerei

231
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harangue

A

a lengthy and aggressive speech

232
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proxy

A

1) the authority to represent someone else, especially in voting<div><br></br></div><div>2) a figure that can be used to represent the value of something in a calculation</div>

233
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ploy

A

“a cunning plan or action designed to turn a situation to one’s own advantage”

something that is done or said, often dishonestly, in order to get an advantage; a trick

234
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poise

A

behavior or a way of moving that shows calm confidence

235
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relent

A

to do something you had refused to do before, or to allow someone to do something that you had refused to allow before

236
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rhetoric

A

the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, espeically the exploitation of figures of speech and other compositional techniques

237
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suspect

A

1) have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of (something) without certain proof<div><br></br></div><div>2) doubt the genuineness or truth of</div>

238
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rigor

A

1) the quality of being extremely thorough and careful<div><br></br></div><div>2) severity or strictness</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) harsh and demanding conditions</div>

239
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tedious

A

boring and tiring, esp. because long or often repeated

too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous

240
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sparse

A

small in number or amount and not dense or close together

241
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vitality

A

the state of being strong and active, energy

242
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steadfast

A

staying the same for a long time; not changing or losing purpose

resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering

243
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whimsical

A

1) playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way<div><br></br></div><div>2) acting or behaving in a capricious manner</div>

244
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yield

A

1) produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product)<div><br></br></div><div>2) give way to arguments, demands, or pressure</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) (of a mass or structure) give way under force or pressure</div>

245
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apprehension

A

1) anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen<div><br></br></div><div>2) understanding; grasp</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) the action of arresting someone</div>

Ahnung, Befürchtung, Begreifen

246
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conducive

A

having the property of conducting something (especially heat or electricity)

providing the right conditions for something good to happen or exist

247
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corporeal

A

relating to a persons body, especially as opposed to their spirit

248
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ardent

A

very enthusiastic or passionate

249
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indoctrinate

A

seeking to impose a doctrine in all circumstances without regard to practical considerations

250
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axiomatic

A

self-evident or unquestionable

251
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eclectic

A

deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources

252
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cease

A

to stop an action or condition

come or bring to an end

253
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equanimity

A

calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation

254
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gullible

A

easily persuaded to believe something; credulous

255
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exorbitant

A

(of a price or amount charged) unreasonably high

256
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idiosyncratic

A

having strange or unusual habits, ways of behaving, or features

relating to idiosyncrasy, peculiar or individual

257
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fickle

A

“changing frequently, especially as regards one’s loyalties or affections”

wankelmütig

258
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figurative

A

1) departing from a literal use of words; metaphorical<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of an artist or work of art) representing forms that are recognizably derived from life</div>

259
Q

incidental

A

1) happening as a minor accompaniment to something else<div><br></br></div><div>2) occuring by chance in connection with something else</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) happening as a result of (an activity)</div>

260
Q

flustered

A

make (someone) agitated or confused

261
Q

ingrained

A

1) (of a habit, belief, or attitude) firmly fixed or established; difficult to change<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of dirt or a stain) deeply embedded and thus difficult to remove</div>

262
Q

insolent

A

showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect

263
Q

macabre

A

disturbing because concerned with or causing a fear of death

264
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lampoon

A

publicly criticize (someone or something) by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm

265
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morose

A

sullen and ill-tempered

266
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officious

A

too eager to tell people what to do and having too high an opinion of your own importance

assertive of authority in a domineering way, especially with regard to trivial matters

267
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lavish

A

spending, giving, or using more than is necessary or reasonable; more than enough

268
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lugubrious

A

looking or sounding sad and dismal

269
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ramification

A

a complex or unwelcome consequence of an action or event

270
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serene

A

calm, peaceful, and untroubled, tranquil

271
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treatise

A

a written work dealing formally and systematically with a subject

272
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supplant

A

to take the place of (something or someone

273
Q

tacit

A

understood or implied without being stated

274
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transcend

A

be or go beyond the range or limits of (a field of activity or conceptual sphere)

275
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antagonize

A

cause (someone) to become hostile

276
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barren

A

1) (of land) too poor to produce much or any vegetation<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of a place or building) bleak and lifeless</div>

277
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chary

A

uncertain and frightened to take risks, or unwilling to take action

cautiously or suspiciously reluctant to do something

278
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curmudgeon

A

a bad-tempered person, especially an old one

279
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bombastic

A

high-sounding but with little meaning; inflated

aufgeblasen

280
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dirge

A

a lament for the dead, especially one forming part of a funeral rite

281
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cajole

A

persuade (someone) to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery

jem. schmeicheln um ihn zu überreden

282
Q

estimable

A

considered with respect

worthy of great respect

283
Q

euphemism

A

a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing / polite term

284
Q

heady

A

1) having a strong or exhilerating effect<div><br></br></div><div>2) (of alcoholic drink) potent; intoxicating</div>

285
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excoriate

A

1) criticize (someone) severely<div><br></br></div><div>2) damage or remove part of the surface of (the skin)</div>

286
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imperturbable

A

unable to be upset or excited, calm

287
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exigent

A

needing urgent attention, or demanding too much from other people

pressing; demanding

288
Q

implacable

A

unable to be appeased or placated

289
Q

haughty

A

arrogantly superior and disdainful

290
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lambaste

A

criticize (someone or something) harshly

jmd fertig machen

291
Q

miscreant

A

a person who has done something wrong or unlawful

292
Q

repugnant

A

1) extremely distasteful, unacceptable<div><br></br></div><div>2) in conflict or incompatible with</div>

293
Q

peccadillo

A

a relatively minor fault or sin

294
Q

sentimental

A

of or prompted by feelings of tenderness, sadness, or nostalgia

295
Q

philistine

A

a person who is hostile or indifferent to culture and the arts

296
Q

relegate

A

assign an inferior rank or position to

297
Q

squander

A

1) waste (something, especially money or time) in a reckless and foolish manner<div><br></br></div><div>2) allow (an opportunity) to pass or be lost</div>

298
Q

swindle

A

use deception to deprive (someone) of money or posessions

299
Q

tangible

A

perceptible by touch / clear and definite; real

300
Q

turpitude

A

evil

depraved or wicked behavior or character

301
Q

unalloyed

A

1) (of metal) not alloyed; pure<div><br></br></div><div>2) (chiefly of emotions) complete and unreserved</div>

reine, pure (Emotion)

302
Q

wheedle

A

to try to persuade someone to do something or to give you something by using your charm and by repeatedly asking in a way that would make refusal embarrassing

303
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xenophobic

A

having or showing a dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries

304
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undercut

A

1) offer goods or services at a lower price than (a competitor)<div><br></br></div><div>2) cut or wear away the part below or under (something, especially a cliff)</div><div><br></br></div><div>3) weaken; undermine</div>

GRE vocab (7 decks)

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