Nouns 9 Flashcards

1
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Quagmire

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Literally, a bog or swamp that impedes movement. Figuratively, a difficult or dangerous situation from which there is limited hope of escape

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Qualm

A

Doubt or unease about some action or situation

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3
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Quandary

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Deep uncertainty or indecision about a choice between two or more courses of action; a dilemma

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4
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Query

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Question or request for information

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5
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Rampart

A

Fortification; bulwark or defense against attack

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6
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Rapport

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Harmonious or mutually trusting relationship

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7
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Rarity

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Something that is infrequent or not commonly encountered

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8
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Refuge

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Place to which once can go for protection or separation from difficulty

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9
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Remnant

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Remaining or left over part of something

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Remorse

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Regret or guilt

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11
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Renaissance

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Rebirth or revival

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12
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Rendezvous

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Meeting or location for a meeting

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13
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Renown

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Fame or wide acclaim

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14
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Replica

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An exact copy of something, although it may only be proportionate and not the same size

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15
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Reprimand

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Severe scolding or rebuke, usually from a superior to a subordinate

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16
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Reprisal

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Retaliation for real or perceived injuries; often implies giving back more than was originally received

17
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Reprobate

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Wicked, sinful, depraved person

18
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Reserve

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Fighting force kept uncommitted until the need arises

19
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Residue

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Remainder of something after removal of a part; usually implies a small amount

20
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Resources

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Assets that are available for use, either material or spiritual

21
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Respite

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Temporary break, usually one that brings relief

22
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Reverence

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Feeling of great respect, usually religious in nature

23
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Roster

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List of names