Sense and sensibility Flashcards by Jason Harrison | Brainscape

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bathetic

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(adj) sentimental

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complaisance

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(noun) agreeableness

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doctrinaire

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(adj) dogmatic, opinionated

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doleful

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(adj) depressing

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dolor

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(noun) misery, anguish

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grievous

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(adj) severe, painful; serious

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histrionics

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(noun) exaggerated behavior calculated for effect

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lachrymose

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(adj) tearful

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livid

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(adj) pale, ashen; extremely angry

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lugubrious

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(adj) dismal; melancholy

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pathos

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(noun) deep sadness

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plaintive

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(adj) pathetic, woebegone

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propensity

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(noun) inclination, weakness

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solace

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(noun) comfort, peace

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