LIT AND COMP FLASHCARDS
1
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Eloquence
A
Ease in using words to the best affect
2
Q
Despondent
A
Feeling or showing deep hopelessness, discouragement, or gloom.
3
Q
Perpetuate
A
To cause to continue
4
Q
Provincial
A
Having/showing viewpoints and manners that are unsophisticated
5
Q
Verge
A
The limit or point at which something beings to occur
6
Q
Manipulated
A
To influence skillfully
7
Q
Stickler
A
A person who insisted on something, usually a rule follower
8
Q
Abruptly
A
Sudden or unexpected
9
Q
Faltering
A
To hesitate or waver, to be unsteady
10
Q
Brandishing
A
To shake or wave a weapon
11
Q
Disperse
A
To spread in various directions
12
Q
Ultimatum
A
A final demand
13
Q
Composure
A
Self-controlled, calm state of mind
14
Q
Resolve
A
To come to a definite decision
15
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Cajoled
A
To persuade by flattery or promises
