Word Meanings Flashcards
1
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Derogatory
A
Showing a critical/ disrespectful attitude
2
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Sibilance
A
Producing a hissing sound like ‘s’ ‘z’ or ‘sh’
3
Q
Ornate
A
Elaborately or highly decorated
4
Q
Condescending
A
Patronising
5
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Pompous
A
Grand or self-important
6
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Hypocritical
A
Behaving in a way different to your beliefs
7
Q
Expounding
A
Presenting and explaining a theory or idea in detail
8
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Caesura
A
A complete pause in a line of poetry
Eg. “Ward 7.”
9
Q
Plight
A
A dangerous or unfortunate situation
10
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Apathy
A
Lack of interest or concern
11
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Revered
A
Feel deep admiration for something
12
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Juxtaposition
A
When two things are placed beside each other to create an obvious contrast
