vocab unit 5 Flashcards
1
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altruistic
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unselfish; concerned with welfare of others
2
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assent
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to express agreement/agreement
3
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benefactor
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one who does good to others
4
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chivalrous
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marked by honor, courtesy, and courage
5
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clemency
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mercy; humaneness; moderateness
6
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dearth
A
a lack of something; scarcity
7
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diffident
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shy; lacking self-confidence
8
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discrepancy
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a difference; lack of agreement
9
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embark
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to go aboard; to make a start
10
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facile
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easily done or attained; superficial
11
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indomitable
A
unconquerable; refusing to yeild
12
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infallible
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free from error, absolutely dependable
13
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plod
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to walk heavily or slowly; to work slowly
14
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pungent
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causing a sharp sensation; stinging
15
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remiss
A
neglectful in performance of ones duty; careless
