Level F- Unit 1 Flashcards
1
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approbation
A
the expression of approval
2
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assuage
A
to make easier or milder
3
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coalition
A
a combination, union, or merger for some specific purpose
4
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decadence
A
decline, decay, or deterioration
5
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elicit
A
to draw forth, bring out from some source
6
Q
expostulate
A
to attempt to dissuade someone from some course
7
Q
hackneyed
A
used so often as to lack originality or freshness
8
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hiatus
A
a gap, opening, break
9
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innuendo
A
a hint or indirect suggestion
10
Q
intercede
A
to plead on behalf of someone else
11
Q
jaded
A
wearied (by excessive indulgence)
12
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lurid
A
causing shock or horror
13
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meritorious
A
deserving of recognition or praise
14
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petulant
A
easily irritated or upset
15
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prerogative
A
a special right or privilege
