Lesson 7 Spelling Wordly Wise 3000 Flashcards

1
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beseech

A

To ask earnestly; to beg

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2
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consternation

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Amazement or fear that makes one feel confused

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3
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delectable

A

Pleasing to the senses, especially to the sense of taste; delicious

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4
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garland

A

A wreath or chain of leaves and flowers

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5
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gratify

A
  1. To please or to satisfy

2. To give in to what is requested

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6
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haughty

A

Showing to much pride in oneself and scorn or contempt for others

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7
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impetuous

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Likely to act without thinking; hasty

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8
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lavish

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  1. Much more than enough
  2. Very costly
  3. To give free or generously
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9
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pluck

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  1. To pull off or out; to pick
  2. To remove the feathers from
  3. To pull at and let go
  4. Courage; bravery
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10
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ponder

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To think about; to consider carefully

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11
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privilege

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A special favor, right, or advantage given to a person or group

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12
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prostrate

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  1. Lying flat
  2. Lying facedown, especially to show respect
  3. Completely overcome; weak and helpless
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13
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rapture

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A state of great joy; delight, or love

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14
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revelry

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Noisy merrymaking

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15
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whim

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A sudden wish to do something without a particular reason; fanciful idea

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