ITW 8-10 Flashcards

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Practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual disicpline

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asceticism

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2
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throwback

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atavistic

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3
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Immature

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callow

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4
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having a circular or winding course

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circuitous

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5
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having the power to compel

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compulsive

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6
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having an unnatural or false appearance

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contrived

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7
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plentiful;abundant

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copious

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8
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lasting a very short time

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ephemeral

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9
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evenness of mind esp. under stress

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equanimity

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10
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marked by strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior

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flamboyant

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11
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exaggerated pride or self-confidence

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hubris

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12
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inflammatory

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incendiary

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13
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maze

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labyrinth

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14
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agitated

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overwrought

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15
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a strong and continued inclanation

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penchant

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16
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essential, necessary

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requisite

17
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strong

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sinewy

18
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staged or contrived effects

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