Lesson 8 Flashcards
1
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Duplicity
A
Intentional deceit in speech or conduct
2
Q
Belie
A
To falsely represent
3
Q
Droll
A
Amusing in an odd or whimsical way
4
Q
Abate
A
To lessen in violence or intensity
5
Q
Glib
A
Performed with such ease and skill as to appear sincere
6
Q
Abhor
A
To detest; to hate strongly
7
Q
Journeyman
A
A fully trained and qualified worker
8
Q
Dole
A
To distribute; to give out sparingly
9
Q
Protean
A
Readily changeable in form, shape, or meaning
10
Q
Gamut
A
The whole range or extent
11
Q
Decorum
A
Conformity to accepted standards of conduct, proper behavior
12
Q
Extrovert
A
One who is outgoing; one who is energized rather than drained by interactions with others
13
Q
Propagate
A
To spread or transmit, especially by reproduction
14
Q
Effigy
A
A crude dummy or image representing a hated person or group
15
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Austere
A
Stern; severe; plain
