words Flashcards
1
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thanatopsis
A
a view of death
2
Q
vacuous
A
stupidly lacking ideas or intelligence
3
Q
lucubration
A
laborious study or thought, especially at night
4
Q
ex cathedra
A
from the throne
5
Q
legerdemain
A
a sleight of hand; deception
6
Q
suspiration
A
a long, deep breath or sigh
7
Q
nepotism
A
favoritism to relatives
8
Q
synoptic
A
relating to a synopsis or summary; giving a general view
9
Q
lionize
A
to treat as a celebrity
10
Q
assiduous
A
showing great care and perseverance; persistent, attentive, or diligent
11
Q
subterfuge
A
an excuse or trick for escaping or hiding something; an evasive dodge
12
Q
bon vivant
A
someone who enjoys luxurious living
13
Q
saturnine
A
gloomy and remote in mood
14
Q
sedentary
A
sitting; remaining in one area
15
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pusillanimous
A
cowardly; fearful; showing a lack of courage or determination
