Vocabulary Flashcards
1
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expunge (verb)
A
To remove; to delete; to erase.
2
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cacophony (noun)
A
Harsh sounds
3
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connoisseur (noun)
A
An expert, usually when dealing with art or food.
4
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bulwark (noun)
A
Something serving as a main source of defense.
5
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incongruous (adj.)
A
Not appropriate for the surroundings; does not fit in.
6
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histrionic (adj.)
A
Overly dramatic; theatrical.
7
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aloof ( adj.)
A
Cool and distant in manner; uninvolved or uninterested.
8
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Asunder (adj.)
A
In separate parts of pieces; divided.
9
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Lament (verb)
A
To express sorrow or regret.
10
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Austere (adj.)
A
Stern or strict in manner; unadorned, simple and plain.
11
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Incite (verb)
A
To encourage or arouse to action( usually violent action).
12
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quixotic (adj.)
A
Idealistic and totally impractical.
