Monster calls vocab quiz Flashcards

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Admonish

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warn or reprimand someone firmly

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Eloquent

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Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing

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Imperceptible

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impossible to perceive, extremely slight, gradual, or subtle differences

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Putrefy

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Decay or rot and produce a disgusting smell

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Derogatory

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showing a critical or disrespectful attitude

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Ululation

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to utter a loud, usually high- pitched and protracted. Especially as an expression of joy, sorrow, celebration or reverence.

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Nonplussed

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Surprised and confused so much that they are unsure how to react

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Wheedle

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use flattery or coaxing in order to persuade someone into doing something or to give one something

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Hubris

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excessive self confidence

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Squalor

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The state of being extremely dirty or unpleasant especially as a result of poverty or neglect

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Verbose

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using or expressed in more words than needed

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12
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Ingratiate

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Bring oneself into favor with someone by flattering or trying to please them

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Audacious

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a willingness to take bold risks

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