Unit 3 Poe Vocabulary PJ Flashcards

1
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Absconded

A

to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid being caught

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2
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Leer

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to look at someone in a sly or unpleasant way

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3
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Repose

A

a state of calmness or tranquility

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4
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Promiscuously

A

without care for organization , resulting in a random scattering

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5
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Perceived

A

to become aware of something through senses

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6
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Endeavored

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to try very hard to do something

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7
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Obstinate

A

refusing to change one’s mind or actions

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8
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Clamour

A

a loud and confused noise, especially made by shouting

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9
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Stately

A

having a majestic appearance or manner

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10
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Beguiling

A

charming or enchanting often in a deceptive way

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11
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Countenance

A

a person’s face or facial expression

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12
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Ungainly

A

awkward or clumsy in movement or appearance

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13
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Aptly

A

in a way that is appropriate or suitable

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14
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Undaunted

A

not afraid or discouraged

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15
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Pallid

A

pale, typically because of poor health or lack of color

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16
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Yore

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a long time ago, especially in the past

17
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Refrain

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to hold back or avoid doing something

18
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Vex

A

to annoy or bother someone

19
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Vehemently

A

in a forceful or passionate manner

20
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Derision

A

the act of making fun of someone

21
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Dreadfully

A

in a very bad or terrible way

22
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Dissimulation

A

the act of hiding one’s true feelings or intentions

23
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Profound

A

having great meaning or significance

24
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Suavity

A

the quality of being charming, smooth, or graceful in social situations