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VOCAB Flashcards

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Hedonist

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A person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life; pleasure-seeker
NOUN

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Benevolent

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Well meaning and kindly

ADJECTIVE

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Wary

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Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers/problems

ADJECTIVE

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Abstinence

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The fact or practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something
NOUN

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Diligent

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Having or showing care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties
ADJECTIVE

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Prudent

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Acting with or showing care and thought for the future

ADJECTIVE

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Empathy

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The ability to understand and share the feelings or another

NOUN

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Superficial

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Appearing to be true or real only until examined more closley
ADJECTIVE

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Camaraderie

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Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together
NOUN

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Mundane

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Lacking interest or excitement; dull

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