week 9 Flashcards
1
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Parody
A
(n) a literary or artistic work that broadly mimics an author’s style or holds it up to ridicule
2
Q
Contention
A
(n) statement that one argues for
3
Q
Irascible
A
(adj) easily angered; quick tempered
4
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Limpid
A
(adj) perfectly clear; transparent
5
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Fallow
A
(adj) plowed, but not planted
6
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Arable
A
(adj) suitable for growing crops
7
Q
Epiphany
A
(n) a moment of sudden insight
8
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Stupor
A
(n) mental dullness; state of reduced sensibility
9
Q
Sordid
A
(adj) dirty, filthy
10
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Precarious
A
(adj) dangerously lacking in security or stability
