Vocab 2 Flashcards
1
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Altruism
A
The belief in or practice of selfless concern for others
2
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Ameliorate
A
Make something bad that is better
3
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Anomalous
A
Deviating from what is standard
4
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Antipathy
A
A deep seated feeling of dislike
5
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Archaic
A
Very old or old fashioned
6
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Behoove
A
A duty
7
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Benignant
A
Kindly
8
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Cajole
A
Persuade to do something
9
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Impetus
A
The force if energy in the body
10
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Facetious
A
Treating serious issues with inappropriate behavior
11
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Irrevocable
A
Not able to be changed
12
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Propensity
A
An inclined or natural tendency to behave in a specific way
13
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Vilify
A
Speak or write abt something in an abusively manner
14
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Volatile
A
Liable to change rapidly and unpredictably
15
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Vigilant
A
Keeping careful watch for possible danger