Learn Synonyms#3 Flashcards

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elude

A

escape from or avoid;

note: don’t confuse with elope,its running away to get married secretly

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deceive

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deliberately cause (someone) to believe something that is not true, especially for personal gain.

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premonition

A

a strong feeling that something unpleasant is about to happen

ominous

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insight

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the capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something

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derogatory

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showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

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nomadic

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living the life of a nomad; wandering

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restive

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unable to remain still, silent, or submissive, especially because of boredom or dissatisfaction.

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rested

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cease work or movement in order to relax, sleep, or recover strength

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capitulate

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to surrender often after negotiation of terms

The enemy was forced to capitulate unconditionally

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appease

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pacify or placate (someone) by agreeing to their demands.

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propitiate

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win or regain the favor of (a god, spirit, or person) by doing something that pleases them.

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conform

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to act in accordance or harmony, conform to rules

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pompous

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affectedly grand, solemn, or self-important

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preoccupation

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preoccupied thoughts , the state or condition of being preoccupied or engrossed with something.

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dilate

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make or become wider, larger, or more open.

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precedence

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being considered more important than someone or something else; priority in importance, order, or rank.

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flutter

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move with a light irregular or trembling motion, also applied to hovering of birds when the flap their wing faster

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gnome

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a legendary dwarfish creature supposed to guard the earth’s treasures underground.

that kutty santa claus thingieee

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ablution

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an act of washing oneself.

20
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absolution

A

release from guilt, obligation, or punishment.

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surmount

A

overcome (a difficulty or obstacle).

22
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torpid

A

mentally or physically inactive; lethargic.

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insipid

A

lacking flavour; weak or tasteless.

mem: you cant sip it :P ..IN-SIP-IT

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pomp

A

ceremony and splendid display; a show of magnificence

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ostentation

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the pretentious or showy display of wealth and luxury, designed to impress.

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pretence

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an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true.

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fugitive

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a person who has escaped from captivity or is in hiding.

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impostor

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a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others, especially for fraudulent gain

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itinerary

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a planned route or journey;a travel document recording a route or journey.

30
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lucid

A

expressed clearly; easy to understand.

31
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witty

A
using words in a clever and funny way
#After 3, try Qs till 65#