Vocab #7 Flashcards

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Animosity

A

a strong feeling of dislike or hatred

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2
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Censorious

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severely critical of others

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3
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Dichotomy

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a division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.

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4
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Extrapolate

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to guess or think about what might happen using information that is already known

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5
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Incongruous

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not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something.

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6
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Malady

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any disorder or disease of the body, especially one that is chronic or deepseated.

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7
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Palpable

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(of a feeling or atmosphere) so intense as to seem almost tangible.

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8
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Pretentious

A

attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.

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9
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Scrutinize

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examine or inspect closely and thoroughly

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10
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Unfetter

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release from a restraining or inhibiting force

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