Vocab List #1 Flashcards

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Curmudgeon

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cranky person

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Equivocate

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to use vague or ambiguous language purposefully

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Gargantuan

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giant, tremendous

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Shibboleth

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a distinctive word, pronunciation, or behavior that typifies a
particular group; a slogan or catchword. A common saying that is essentially meaningless

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Conundrum

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a puzzle or problem without a solution

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Apropos

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appropriate; coming at the right time

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Lascivious

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obscene; lewd; licentious; amoral

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Quintessential

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being the most perfect example of

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Recidivism

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the act of repeating an offense

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Draconian

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harsh; severe; cruel

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