week 20 Flashcards
1
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afflict (verb)
A
to cause pain or suffering to; to distress severely
2
Q
discretion (noun)
A
the quality of having or showing discernment or good judgment; the ability to make responsible decisions
3
Q
entreat (verb)
A
to plead with especially in order to persuade; to ask urgently
4
Q
beseech (verb)
A
to beg for urgently or anxiously; to request earnestly
5
Q
(literary) foil (noun)
A
a character who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities of the other character
6
Q
contrive (verb)
A
to devise, plan, or manage to do something, often with cleverness or ingenuity
7
Q
paragon (noun)
A
a person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality; a model of excellence
