Vocabulary Deck #1 Flashcards

1
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remonstrance

A

objection or protest

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2
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scalding

A

too hot

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3
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truncate

A

to shorten or reduce

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4
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prognosticate

A

predict with present signs or symptoms

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5
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portend

A

serve as a warning or omen

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6
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nadir

A

bottom, lowest point

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7
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contumely

A

abusive, offensive, inappropriate, scornful language or speech

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8
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verisimilitude

A

seemingly real or genuine

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9
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gamut

A

range

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10
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acrimonious

A

bitter, resentful, harsh in tone of speech

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11
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unctuous

A

too eager, kind, interested to the point where it seems insincere

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12
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usurp

A

to take, replace, seize by force

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13
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throe

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a painful struggle, or violent pang, spasm

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14
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succor

A

provided aide or support in times of distress or need

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15
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stalwart

A

unwavering strength, courage, loyalty

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