Vocab 17 Flashcards
1
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albeit
A
although
2
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bereft
A
a deprived or lacking (of something)
3
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gratis (adv)
A
free; without charge
4
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intercession
A
the action of intervening on behalf of another.
5
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lineaments
A
a distinctive feature or characteristic, especially of the face.
6
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presage
A
(of an event) be a sign or warning that (something, typically something bad) will happen.
7
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prodigal
A
spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant.
8
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prolixity
A
the state or quality of being unnecessarily or tediously wordy;
9
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sinecure
A
a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit.
10
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solicitous
A
characterized by or showing interest or concern.
