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Vocabulary 4/14 Flashcards

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partisan

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a weapon of the 16th and 17th centuries with long shaft and broad blade

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pernicious

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highly injurious or destructive : DEADLY

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3
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covert

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hiding place : SHELTE

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portentous

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being a grave or serious matter

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gall

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something bitter to endure

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according

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Agreeing; in agreement or harmony; harmonious

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wantons

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Carefree light-harded frolicsome and playful

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virtuous

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morally excellent : RIGHTEOUS

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disparagement

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to lower in rank or reputation : DEGRADE

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profane

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to debase by a wrong, unworthy, or vulgar use

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