Quiz 9 (scrutinize - wary) Flashcards

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scrutinize

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to observe carefully

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spontaneity

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impulsive action

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spurious

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phony, false

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substantiate

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to verify, confirm; provide evidence for

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superficial

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lacking in depth, shallow; surface-level

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superfluous

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more than enough

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surreptitious

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secret, stealthy

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tactful

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diplomatic, polite

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tenacious

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persistent, resolute

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transient

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temporary, fleeting

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trivial

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of small value or importance

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uniform

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not changing in form or character

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venerable

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respectable due to age, high office or noble character

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vindicate

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to clear from blame

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wary

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watchful, alert, cautious

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