Vocabulary chapter 8 Flashcards
1
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Contemtuously
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in a scornful way that shows disdain
2
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tremulous
A
shaking or quivering slightly
3
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rebuke
A
express sharp disapproval of someone because of their behavior or actions
4
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demure
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modest, shy and reserved
5
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vexed
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(of a problem or issue) difficult and much debated;problematic
6
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cynicism
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an inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self interest; skepticism
7
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indigent
A
poor;needy
