Lesson #14 Flashcards
1
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elocution
A
the art of public speaking; style or manner of public speaking or reading
2
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emaciate
A
to make unnaturally thin; to waste away
3
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emanate
A
to issue from; to originate from
4
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empirical
A
based on experiment and observation; based entirely on practical experience rather than theory
5
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engender
A
to bring into being; to produce; to cause
6
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enigma
A
a riddle; something puzzling or unexplainable; a mystery
7
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ennui
A
discontent and listlessness from lack of occupation or interest; boredom
8
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epitome
A
a person or thing typical of an entire class; an ideal example; a summary
9
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equanimity
A
evenness of mind or temper; calmness; composure
10
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equivocal
A
having two or more meanings; ambiguous; evasive; of uncertain value or outcome
