RP5 Flashcards

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trifle

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Slightly or somewhat used to describe something as being small,insignificant,or of little importance

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2
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gruesome

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Causing horror or disgust;repellent

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3
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Facade

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A deceptive outward appearance

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4
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Putrid

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Decaying or rotting; producing a disgusting smell

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5
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Relinquish

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To voluntarily cease to keep or claim;to give up

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6
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Impish

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mischievous or playful, often in a slightly annoying way.

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7
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dastardly

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Wicked and cruel; characterized by treachery or cowardice

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8
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Inscrutable

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Impossible to understand or interpret;mysterious

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9
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Wheedle

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to persuade or influence someone through flattery or deceit

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10
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prattle

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To talk in a foolish or inconsequential way;meaningless chatter

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11
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Contempt

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A feeling of disdain or lack of respect for someone or something

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12
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Shrewd

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having sharp judgment and keen intelligence; astute

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13
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Unattainable

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Impossible to achieve or reach

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14
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Demeaning

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causing someone to lose their dignity or respect

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15
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Suppress

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To put an end to something by force or control; to restrain

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16
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Obsequious

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Excessively obedient or eager to please,often in a servant-like manner.