Words From Names Flashcards
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epicure
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A person with refined taste, especially in food or drink
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atlas
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A book or bound collection of maps
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galvanize
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To stimulate or urge into action; to spur
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jovial
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Jolly; filled with good cheer
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nemesis
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a. A source of harm or ruin; an opponent that cannot be defeated
b. One who inflicts retribution or vengeance
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Pyrrhic victory
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A victory that is offset by staggering losses or that comes at a huge price
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quixotic
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Dedicated to unreachable goals; idealistic but not practical
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saturnine
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Gloomy and sullen
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Sisyphean
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Requiring endless effort; without result or success
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solecism
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a. A nonstandard or improper use of language
b. A mistake in manners or behavior
