Unit 5 Flashcards
1
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Altruistic
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(adj) unselfish, concerned with other’s welfare
2
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Assent
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(v) to express agreement
3
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benefactor
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(n) one who does good to others
4
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chivalrous
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(adj) marked by honor, courtesy
5
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clemency
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(n) mercy, moderateness
6
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dearth
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(n) a lack, scarcity
7
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diffident
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(adj) shy, lacking self confidence
8
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discrepency
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(n) a difference, a lack of agreement
9
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embark
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(v) to go abroad, to make a start
10
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facile
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(adj) easily done or attained
11
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indomitable
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(adj) unconquerable
12
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infallible
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(adj) free from error, absolutely dependent
13
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plod
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(v) to walk heavily or slowly
14
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pungent
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(adj) causing a sharp sensation
15
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remiss
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(adj) neglectful in performance of one’s duty.
