TA Vocab Unit 1 Flashcards

1
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adulterate (v)

A

to corrupt, make worse by the addition of something of lesser value

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2
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ambidextrous (adj)

A

able to use both hands equally well.

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3
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augment (v)

A

to make larger or increase

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4
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bereft (adj)

A

deprived of; made unhappy through a loss

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5
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deploy (v)

A

to position or arrange; to utilize; to form up of

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dour (adj)

A

stern, unyielding, gloomy, ill-humored

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fortitude (noun)

A

courage in facing difficulties

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8
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gape (verb)

A

to stare with open mouth; to open mouth wide

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gibe (noun)

A

an expression of mockery or taunt (scorn)

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10
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guise (noun)

A

an external appearance, cover, mask

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11
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insidious (adj)

A

intended to deceive or entrap; sly, treacherous

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12
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intimation (noun)

A

a hint, indirect suggestions

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13
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opulent (adj)

A

wealthy, luxurious; ample

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14
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pliable (adj)

A

easily bent

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15
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reiterate (verb)

A

to say again or repeat

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16
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stolid (adj)

A

not easily moved mentally, or emotionally; dull

17
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tentative (adj)

A

not permanent; experimental in nature; uncertain

18
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unkempt (adj)

A

not combed; untidy; not properly maintained

19
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verbatim (adj)

A

word for word

20
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warily (adv)

A

cautiously, with great care