Vocab #12 Flashcards

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adverse

A

harsh; unpleasant

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advocate

A

to support

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3
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amicable

A

friendly

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4
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asset

A

something of value

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astute

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wise; using good judgement

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bigot

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prejudiced person

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7
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blatant

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obvious

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8
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extortion

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getting money using threats

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9
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exorbitant

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much too high

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10
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askew

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crooked; to one side

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11
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prodigy

A

a young person who is exceptionally talented or intelligent

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12
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reproach

A

blame or criticism

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13
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reverie

A

daydream

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14
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discordant

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having a disagreeable or clashing sound; not in harmony

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15
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lament

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to express grief or deep regret

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