Verbal FC (3) Flashcards

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Apprehend

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To take into custody; to take hold of mentally; perceive, understand

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Admonish

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To scold mildly

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Benign

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Doing little or no harm; not malignant

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Callous

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Lacking pity or mercy; unfeeling

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Cordial

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Friendly

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Deluge

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Something overwhelming, as in a great flood

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Discernment

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Keen perception or judgement

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Eccentric

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Deviating from the norm; odd, unconventional

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Erratic

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Having no fixed course or purpose; irregular, random

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Exorbitant

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Going beyond what is responsible; excessive; extravagant

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Flag

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To lose strength; grow weak or tired

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Genial

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Kindly, amiable

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Homage

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Something done to show respect or veneration

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Lackadaisical

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Lacking interest or spirit

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Negligent

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Neglectful; careless

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Plethora

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A superabundance, excess

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Rejuvenate

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To make, feel, or seem new again

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Salvage

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To rescue from damage or waste

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Stifle

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To suppress or repress; hold back; inhibit

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Temperate

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Moderate in indulging the appetites; mild