L1-2 Vocab Flashcards by Mi mi | Brainscape

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Sycophant (n)

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someone who uses flattery to try to get what they want from an authority figure

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Pernicious (adj)

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intending to cause harm

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Ubiquitous (adj)

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appearing everywhere

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Nefarious (adj)

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wicked or criminal

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Haughty (adj)

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arrogant superior

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Talisman (n)

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an object with magical powers to bring luck

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Impregnable (adj)

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unable to be captured or broken into

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Harangue (v)

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lecture at length in an aggressive way

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Intrepid (adj)

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brave or adventurous

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implacable (adj)

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unable to be soothed

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Affinity (n)

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a natural skill

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Slipshod (adj)

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showing a lack of care or thought

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