Lesson 3 AP Flashcards
1
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scapegoat
A
one who bears the blame for other
2
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peremptory
A
not allowing refusal or delay; imerative
3
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atelier
A
an artist’s or designer’s workshop
4
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axiom
A
a universal truth; an established rule
5
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dulcet
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melodious; pleasing to ear
6
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usurp
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to take over; to seize power
7
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patronizing
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treating with condescension; acting superior
8
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iniquity
A
an evil or wicked act
9
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archaic
A
no longer current or applicable
10
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vacillate
A
to waver; to sway indecisively
11
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perspicacious
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keen; mentally sharp
12
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abstemious
A
using or consuming sparingly
13
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talisman
A
a magic charm or superstitious object for protection or luck
14
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expurgate
A
to remove vulgar or objectionable material
15
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pellucid
A
transparent; clear
