unit 7 Flashcards

1
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To ask earnestly; to beg

A

beseech

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2
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amazement or fear that makes one feel confused.

A

consternation

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3
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pleasing to the senses, especially to the sense of taste; delicious.

A

delectable

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4
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A wreath or chain of leaves and flowers.

A

garland

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5
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to please or satisfy.
to give in to what is wanted or requested.

A

gratify

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6
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Showing too much pride in oneself and scorn or contempt for others.

A

haughty

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7
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Likely to act without thinking, hasty

A

impetuous

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8
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Much more than enough.
very costly.

A

lavish

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9
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To pull off or out; to pick.
to remove the feathers from.
to pull out and let go.
courage; bravery.

A

pluck

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10
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To think about; to consider carefully.

A

ponder

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11
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A special favor, right, or advantage given to a person or group.

A

privilege

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12
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lying flat.
completely overcome; weak and helpless.

A

prostrate

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13
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a state of great joy, delight, or love.

A

rapture

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14
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noisy merrymaking.

A

revelry

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15
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A sudden wish to do something without a particular reason; a fanciful idea.

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whim

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