Vocab 4 Flashcards

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AGHAST

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Shocked; frightened; terrified; taken back

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DREAD

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To be in terror of; to anticipate with distaste or reluctance.

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ADJACENT

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Adjoining, next to; near or close

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FAMINE

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A drastic, wide-reaching shortage of food.

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HOAX

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A practical joke; something intended to deceive

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WARY

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To be alert, cautious; on guard, watchful

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TRANSPIRE

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To happen; to become known

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SHODDY

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Of poor quality or make; dishonest

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HARSH

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Unpleasant to the senses; unpleasant conditions

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QUALM

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A feeling of illness; a disturbing feeling.

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