Pre test 2 Flashcards

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palpable

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  1. (of a feeling or atmosphere) so intense as to seem almost tangible.
  2. able to be touched or felt.
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Devious

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showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals.

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inane

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silly; stupid.

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abashed

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embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed.

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raucous

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making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.

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pacifists

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a person who believes that war and violence are unjustifiable.

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nihilists

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A true nihilist would believe in nothing, have no loyalties, and no purpose other than, perhaps, an impulse to destroy.

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imperialists

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a policy of extending a country’s power and influence through diplomacy or military force.

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Novice

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a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation.

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sedentary

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(of a person) tending to spend much time seated; somewhat inactive.

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voraciously

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in great quantities, especially excessively or gluttonously:

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