Vocab Words #81-100! Flashcards

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Tantalize (adj)

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to tease by keeping something out of reach

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Manacle (n)

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a handcuff or restraint

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Lugubrious (adj)

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exaggeratedly mournful

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Valor (n)

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courage or bravery

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Libation (n)

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a beverage

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Paltry (adj)

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Almost worthless

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Deprecate (v)

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To express disapproval about

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Prodigy (n)

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a person with an extraordinary accomplishment, often at an early age

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Rash (adj)

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Too hasty in acting or speaking; reckless

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Indomitable (adj)

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incapable of being defeated

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Salient (adj)

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Standing out, attracting attention, easily seen

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12
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Autonomy (n)

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controlling one’s own body and environment

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13
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Hone (v)

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to perfect something

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14
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Plethora (n)

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superabundance

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Lethargic (adj)

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dull, heavy, languid

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Jubilant (adj)

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Filled with or showing joy

17
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Idiosyncrasy (n)

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A unique or defining characteristic

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Largess (n)

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Generosity; or a generous or lavish gift

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Malevolent (adj)

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Wishing evil or harm to others

20
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Niche (n)

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An especially suitable place or position