Vocab week 10/11-10/18 Flashcards

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admonish

A

warn or reprimand someone firmly.

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vernacular

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the language or dialect spoken by the ordinary people in a particular country or region.

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3
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collusion

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secret or illegal cooperation or conspiracy, especially in order to cheat or deceive others.

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4
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cognizant

A

having knowledge or being aware of.

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5
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barrage

A

bombard (someone) with something.

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6
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ramification

A

a consequence of an action or event

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7
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unctuous

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excessively or ingratiatingly flattering

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8
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urbane

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(of a person, especially a man) suave, courteous, and refined in manner.

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9
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aplomb

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self-confidence or assurance

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10
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nebulous

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(of a concept or idea) unclear, vague, or ill-defined.

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