Word List 6 Flashcards
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Bristle (v)
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To show irritation
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Adulation (n)
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Strong admiration; worship
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Decoy (n)
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Lure; trap; trick
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Erratic (adj)
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Wandering; no definite course; erratic winds
Irregular; queer; erratic behavior
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Histrionic (adj)
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Theatrical; exaggerated
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Laud (n)
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Praise
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Obstreperous (adj)
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Noisy and boisterous
Obstreperous children
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Portend (v)
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Foretell
To foreshadow or presage, as an omen does
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Retraction (n)
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Withdrawal; cancellation of statement
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Titter (v)
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Giggle quietly
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Adversity (n)
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Hardship
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Broach (v)
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Start to discuss; approach
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Deference (n)
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Respect
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Esoteric (adj)
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Obscure and difficult to understand
Understood by or meant for only the select few who have special knowledge or interest;
poetry full of esoteric allusions.
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Hoary (adj)
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Old
