Lesson 1 Vocabulary Quiz Flashcards by Oyin Opabunmi

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Ambivalent

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uncertain as to course of action

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Angular

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lean, sharp cornered

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Altruistic

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concerned for the welfare of others, generous

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Arrogant

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overly proud, conceited

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Aversion

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disliking

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Discern

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to distinguish

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Disdain

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intense dislike, to view as inferior

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Disparage

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to belittle, to degrade

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Disparity

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an inequality especially in rank or age ex : teacher/student

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Embellish

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to decorate

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Engender

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to create or cause

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Innocuous

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to be harmless

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Insipid

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boring and stupid

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Lament

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overly dramatic while mourning, whining

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Laud

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to praise; revere

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Obscure

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vague, not clear

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Ostentatious

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showy, pretentious

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Prodigal

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wasteful, rich and spoiled

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Repudiate

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to reject or disown

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Reticence

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to be reluctant or hesitant

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Revere (adulation)

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to adore, worship

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Serene

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calm

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Subtle

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not obvious, discreet

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Superfluous

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overflow, extra, unnecessary

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Taciturn

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shy, quiet, reserved