Words that mean set five Flashcards

1
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Slightly salty, as is the mixture of river water

A

Brackish

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2
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Having or conveying undue or inappropriate interest in sexual matters.

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Salacious

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3
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To make a military observation of (a region)

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Reconnoitring

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4
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A prehistoric site in Kenya noted for its archaeological and paleontological significance.

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Olorgesailie

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5
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Very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful.

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Magnanimous

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6
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Characterized by extreme patriotism, especially in the form of aggressive or warlike foreign policy.

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Jingoistic

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7
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Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.

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Sanguine

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8
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Criticizing or attacking cherished beliefs or institutions.

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Iconoclastic

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9
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Smelling extremely unpleasant.

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Fetid

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10
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To dig up (something that has been buried, especially a corpse).

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Disinter

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