Vocab #1 Flashcards
1
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Feign (v)
A
To make believe; to imitate deceptively
He would feign illness
2
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Supercilious (adj)
A
Arrogant; behaving as though one thinks one is superior to others
A supercilious lady’s maid
3
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Conscientious (adj)
A
Governed by what one knows is right; diligent
He was hoping for some reciprocal comment or gesture.
4
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Reciprocal (adj)
A
Given or felt equally by both sides; mutual
5
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Infinite (adj)
A
Indefinite or exceedingly large
6
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Cower (v)
A
To crouch in fear or shame
7
Q
Apathetic (adj)
A
Showing no interest or emotion; indifferent
8
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Strident (adj)
A
Having an irritating quality (person or voice)
9
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Permeate (v)
A
To spread into or through every part of
10
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Vehement (adj)
A
Strongly emotional; passionate
11
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Vacuous (adj)
A
Lacking in ideas or intelligence
12
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Din (n)
A
A loud and unpleasant prolonged noise; commotion
