Vocabulary 11 Flashcards

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A continuous whole without clear division into parts.

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Continuum

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Strenuous physical or mental labor or effort; the labor of childbirth.

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Travail

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Fearless; bold

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Intrepid

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Lacking energy; weak; showing little interest in anything.

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Languid

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5
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Laying hidden or underdeveloped; potential

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Latent

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Lacking self-confidence; timid

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Diffident

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7
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Dissatisfied with existing conditions

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Malcontent

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Cautious; discreet; exercising good judgement.

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Prudent

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Enthusiastic; bubbling with excitement.

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Ebullience

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Charming in a rustic way; naturally peaceful.

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Idyllic

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11
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A slight or trifling sin; a minor offence.

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Peccadillo

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12
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The management of the details of an operation.

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Logistics

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13
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Receptive to change; easily persuaded or controlled; easily bent or twisted.

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Pliable

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14
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Skillful; deft

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Adroit

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15
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A small, inexpensive trinket.

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Bauble

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