Unit 13 Flashcards

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bon mot

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noun
a witty remark to comment

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faux pas

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noun
a social blunder
embarrassing situation

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fête

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verb/noun
to entertain or honor, as at a celebration

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noblesse oblige

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noun
the moral obligation of those of powerful social position to act with honor and generosity

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nouveau riche

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adjective
referring to a person newly rich who has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with wealth

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aplomb

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noun
poise, composure, or assurance

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boor

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noun
a rude, unmannered, insensitive individual

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deign

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verb
to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of superiority

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emulate

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verb
to imitate in a way that strives to equal or excel

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gaffe

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noun
a social or diplomatic blunder; a noticeable mistake

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garner

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verb
to acquire or earn

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hobnob

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verb
to associate with on friendly terms

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insipid

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adjective
lacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge

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loquacious

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adjective
talking too much or freely; overly chatty

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mores

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noun
customs of proper behavior; widely observed but often unspoken social norms

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patrician

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adjective/noun
a person of noble or high social rank; and aristocrat

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plebeian

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adjective/noun
a commoner; of or relating to the common people

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pedant

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noun
a person who makes an excessive, inappropriate display of their learning or knowledge

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umbrage

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noun
offense; annoyance; displeasure (usually used with “at”)

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highfalutin

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adjective
pompous, overly fancy, or pretentious