Lesson 12 Vocabulary Flashcards
1
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Alacrity
A
a prompt and cheerful response
2
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Antipathy
A
dislike or animosity
3
Q
Augment
A
to make greater
4
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Bombastic
A
pompous or proud
5
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Decry
A
to speak against
6
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Eclectic
A
coming from a variety of different sources
7
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Enhance
A
to improve or make better
8
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Euphonious
A
a pleasant sound
9
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Fervid
A
very passionate
10
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Impecunious
A
without money
11
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Ingratiate
A
to get onto someone’s good side
12
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Luxuriant
A
abundant in growth
13
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Paltry
A
trifling or petty
14
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Pedantry
A
act of showing off in an unimaginative way
15
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Placid
A
peaceful
