Unit 1 Flashcards
1
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Adulterate
A
To corrupt, make worse by addition of something of lower value
2
Q
Ambidextrous
A
Able to use both hands equally well, very skillful
3
Q
Augment
A
To make larger, increase
4
Q
Bereft
A
Deprive of, made unhappy through a loss
5
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Disinclined
A
Unwilling, tending away from
6
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Edible
A
Fit to eat
7
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Fortitude
A
Courage in facing difficulties
8
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Gape
A
To stare with open mouth, to open the mouth wide
9
Q
Gibe
A
To utter taunting words, expression of scorn
10
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Guise
A
External appearance, cover, mask
11
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Insidiuous
A
Designed or intended to deceive or entrap, sly, tracherous
12
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Intimation
A
Hint, indirect suggestion.
13
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Opulent
A
wealthy, luxurious
14
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Pliable
A
easily bent, flexible, easily influenced
15
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Reiterate
A
to say again, repeat
