Unit One Flashcards

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benefactor

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someone who helps a person or group

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benediction

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prayer that asks for God’s blessing, concludes worship service

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beneficiary

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a person or organization who benefits from something

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benevolence

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kindness, generosity

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amicable

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friendly, peaceful

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enamored

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charmed or fascinated

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amorous

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having or showing strong feelings of attraction or love

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paramour

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a lover, often secret, not allowed by law or custom

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antebellum

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existing before a war

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bellicose

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warlike, aggressive

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belligerence

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aggressiveness, combativeness

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rebellion

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open defiance and opposition

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pacify

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to soothe anger or agitation

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pacifist

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a person opposed to war or violence

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pact

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an agreement, treaty

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pace

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contrary to the opinion of