The L’s Flashcards

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Laconic

The valedictorian delivered a laconic speech, contrast to the salutatorian’s lengthy speech.
Similar:concise

A

Brief in speech

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Labile

Having a labile personality, the young woman frequently changed her mind

A

easily or frequently changed

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Latent

The detective asked the lab technician to search the room for latent fingerprints

A

present but concealed or hidden

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4
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Lethargic
He felt too miserable and lethargic to get dressed
Similar:languid

A

Difficult to arouse or lacking energy

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Languid

Because I enjoy a laidback pace, I enjoy living on the island which has a languid environment.
Similar: lethargic

A

Lacking energy or relaxed

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Liable
When challenged about his behavior, David was liable to dissolve in tears

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Likely to do or be something

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