second 20 words Flashcards
connive -
1
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connive
A
to plot or scheme
2
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cumulative
A
increasing or building upon itself
3
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cynical
A
believing in the worst of others
(especially that all acts are selfish)
4
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debase
A
to lower the quality or esteem of something
5
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decry
A
to criticize openly
6
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deferential
A
showing respect for another’s authority
7
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demure
A
quiet, modest and reserved
8
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deride
A
to laugh at mockingly / scorn
9
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despot
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