Vocab Short Story 1 Flashcards
1
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pestilence
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(n.) fatal epidemic disease
2
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dauntless
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(adj.) incapable of being intimidated or discouraged; fearless
3
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sagacious
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(adj.) having or showing keen discernment
4
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august
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(adj.) inspiring awe or admiration
5
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habiliments
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dress; clothing
6
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macabre
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(adj.) suggesting the horror of death and decay
7
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bizarre
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(adj.) far-fetched; odd
8
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emphatic
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(adj.) forceful and definite in expression
9
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convulsed
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(v.) to shake or agitate violently
10
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unimpeded
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(adj.) not slowed or prevented
11
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untenanted
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(adj.) not leased or occupied by a tenant
12
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boasted
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(v.) to speak with excessive pride
13
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forbidden
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(adj.) unlawful; prohibited
14
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sacred
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(adj.) made or declared holy
15
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finesse
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(n.) skillful; tactful
