Q2 EXAM Flashcards

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Accost

A

approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively.

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2
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Chafe

A

wear or damage caused by rubbing.

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3
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Cogitate

A

think deeply about something; meditate or reflect

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4
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Concede

A

admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it

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5
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Deprecate

A

express disapproval of.

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6
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Embellish

A

make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.

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Evince.

A

reveal the presence of (a quality or feeling).

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Expedite

A

make (an action or process) happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.

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9
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Feign

A

pretend to be affected by (a feeling, state, or injury).

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10
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Glower

A

have an angry or sullen look on one’s face; scowl.

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11
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Heed

A

pay attention to; take notice of.

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12
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Lament

A

a passionate expression of grief or sorrow

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13
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Supplicate

A

ask or beg for something earnestly or humbly.

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14
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Despoil

A

steal or violently remove valuable or attractive possessions from; plunder.

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15
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Disconcert

A

disturb the composure of; unsettle

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