Wordly Wise Flashcards
1
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Admonish
A
To warn
2
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Aghast
A
Struck with horror; shocked
3
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Annihilate
A
To destroy completely; to reduce to utter ruin
4
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Benefactor
A
A person who provides help, especially by giving money
5
Q
Bestow
A
To give as an honor; to present as a gift
6
Q
Devious
A
Having many twists and turns; winding
7
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Devoid
A
Lacking; empty; entirely without
8
Q
Heed
A
To pay attention to
9
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Mortal
A
A human being, especially as contrasted with a god
10
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Muse
A
To think about in a quiet, careful way
11
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Pioneer
A
A person who goes before others and opens the way for them follow
12
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Plague
A
A deadly disease that spreads rapidly from person to person
13
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Subside
A
To sink to a lower level
14
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Unwitting
A
Not done on purpose; unintended
15
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Wrath
A
Forceful anger; fury
