Lesson 6 Flashcards
1
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Nepotism
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N.
Favoritism shown to family of friends by those in power, especially in business or hiring practices
2
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Begrudge
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V.
To resent another’s success; to envy
3
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Mandarin
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N.
An influential person; a member of an elite group
4
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Glutinous
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Adj.
Gluey;sticky
5
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Enmity
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N.
Deep-seated hostility , often mutual
6
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Declaim
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V.
To speak in a dramatic, impassioned, or blustering manner
7
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Imbue
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V.
To inspire or influence; to saturate
8
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Gaff
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N.
A pole with a large hook on one end
9
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Quaff
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V.
To drink in large quantities; to gulp
10
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Bibliophile
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N.
A lover of books
