Vocab 1 Flashcards
1
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Approbation
A
The expression of approval
2
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Assuage
A
To make easier or milder
3
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Coalition
A
A combination, union, or merger for some specific purpose
4
Q
Elicit
A
To draw forth, bring out from some source
5
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Decadence
A
Moral decline, decay, or deterioration as caused by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury
6
Q
Expostulate
A
To attempt to dissuade someone from some course
7
Q
Hackneyed
A
Used so often as to lack originality or freshness
8
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Hiatus
A
A gap, opening, break
9
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Innuendo
A
A hint or indirect suggestion
10
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Intercede
A
To plead on behalf of someone else
11
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Jaded
A
Wearied (by excessive indulgence)
12
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Lurid
A
Causing shock or horror
13
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Meritorious
A
Deserving of recognition or praise
14
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Petulant
A
Easily irritated or upset
15
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Prerogative
A
A special right or privilege
