Word List 12 Flashcards

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Canvas (noun)

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Cloth

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Implacable (adjective)

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Stubborn; single-minded

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Pugnacious (adjective)

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Aggressive (combative)

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Antithesis (noun)

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Opposite

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Adverse (adjective)

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Unfavorable

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Behemoth (noun)

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Giant

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Respite (noun)

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Break

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Contravene (verb)

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To violate

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Choreography (noun)

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Dance composition

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Presumptuous (adjective)

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Arrogant

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Foolhardy (adjective)

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Reckless; rash

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12
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Frail (adjective)

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Weak

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Impinge (verb)

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To make an impression

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Extol (verb)

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To praise

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Mercurial (adjective)

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Volatile

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Gratuitous (adjective)

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Free; complimentary

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Gratuitous (adjective)

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Unnecessary

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Equivocal (adjective)

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Questionable; unclear

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Corroborate (verb)

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To confirm; to support

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Chaos (noun)

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Disorder

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Concoct (verb)

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To devise; to fabricate

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Disrepute (noun)

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Shame; disgrace

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Inure (verb)

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To strengthen

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Fathom (verb)

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To understand

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Erudite (adjective)

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Scholarly

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Adhere (verb)

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To attach

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Opulent (adjective)

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Luxurious; rich