Vocab Quiz #2 Flashcards
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Disparage
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to speak of or treat slightingly; deprecate; belittle
2
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Lament
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to feel or express sorrow or regret for: to lament his absence.
3
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Laud
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to praise
4
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Obscure
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(of meaning) not clear or plain; ambiguous, vague, or uncertain
5
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Ostentatious
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characterized by or given to pretentious or conspicuous show in an attempt to impress others
6
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Prodigal
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wastefully or recklessly extravagant; abundant
7
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Reticent
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disposed to be silent or not to speak freely; reserved.
8
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Revere
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to regard with respect tinged with awe; venerate
9
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Serene
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calm, peaceful, or tranquil; unruffled
10
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Subtle
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fine or delicate in meaning or intent; difficult to perceive or understand