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Vocab Test 1 (9.09.16) Flashcards

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Adversity

A

Difficulties; misfortune.

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Condescending

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Having or showing a feeling of patronizing superiority.

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Congregation

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A gathering or collection of people, animals, or things.

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Deleterious

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Causing harm or damage.

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Demagogue

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A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument.

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Enervating

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Causing one to feel drained of energy or vitality.

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Abbreviate

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To shorten.

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Amicable

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Having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor.

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Anonymous

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Not identified by name; of unknown name.

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Antagonist

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A person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.

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Anecdote

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A short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.

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Benevolent

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Well meaning and kindly.

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