Leason 13 Flashcards

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Embroil

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To draw into a conflict or fight

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Holocaust

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A great or complete destruction of life

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Anachronism

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Something existing outside of its proper time

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Denigrate

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To attack the reputation of; to speak ill of

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Humane

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Kind; compassionate

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Effusive

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Emotionally excessive; overly demonstrative

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Defunct

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No longer in existence

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Lackey

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A slavish follower

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Envisage

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To form a mental picture

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Lament

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To mourn

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Gape

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To stare with an open mouth

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Impertinent

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Rude and disrespectful

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Haughty

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Arrogant; proud

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Nemesis

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Someone or something a person cannot conquer or achieve; a hated enemy

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Lethal

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Deadly; fatal

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