Voc. IV Flashcards
1
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A drastic, wide-reaching, shortage of food
A
Famine
2
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Adjoining, next to; near or close
A
Adjacent
3
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A practical joke; something intended to deceive
A
Hoax
4
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To happen; to become well known
A
Transpire
5
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To be in terror of; to anticipate with distaste or reluctance
A
Dread
6
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Shocked; frightened; terrified; taken back
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Aghast
7
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A feeling of illness; a disturbing feeling
A
Qualm
8
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Unpleasant to the senses; unpleasant conditions
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Harsh
9
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Of poor quality or make; dishonest
A
Shoddy
10
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To be alert; cautious; on guard; watchful
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Wary