Lesson 1 Flashcards by Andi Pfau | Brainscape

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factitious (adj.)

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causing disagreement

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ignoble (adj)

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dishonorable; shameful

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boor (n)

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a rude or impolite person

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aegis (adj)

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a shield; protection

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perspicacity (n)

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keenness of judgement

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fervent (adj)

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eager; earnest

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rectify (v)

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to correct; to make right

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enervate (v)

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to weaken

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besiege (v)

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to overwhelm; to surround and attack

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ephemeral (adj)

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lasting only a brief time; short lived

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altruism (n)

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a concern for others generosity

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carrion (n)

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decaying flesh

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erotic (adj)

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pertaining to sexual love

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amorphous (adj)

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shapeless, formless, vague

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opulent (adj)

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rich, luxurious; wealthy

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