tell tale heart vocab Flashcards

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acute

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extremely sharp or intense

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conceive

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have the idea for

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dissimulation

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the act of deceiving

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profound

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showing intellectual penetration of emotional depth

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vex

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disturb the peace of mind of

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4
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sagacity

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the trait of having wisdom and good judgement

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5
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stifled

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held in check with difficulty

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6
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supposition

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a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence

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stealthy

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marked by quiet and caution and secrecy

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wane

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decrease in phase

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wary

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marked by keen caution and watchful prudence

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10
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vehement

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marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions

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10
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suavity

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the quality of being charming and gracious in manner

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trifle

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something of small importance

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12
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gesticulation

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a deliberate and vigorous motion of the hands or body

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13
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tolerable

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capable of being borne or endured

14
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derision

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the act of treating with contempt

15
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dissemble

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make believe with the intent to deceive

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audacity

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aggressive or outright boldness