Words that mean set twelve Flashcards

1
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Patience, self-control, and restraint, especially in not responding to provocation.

A

Forbearance

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2
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Not following a sequence or logical order.

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Nonsequential

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3
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Relating to, consisting of, or denoting fragments of rock erupted by a volcano.

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Pyroclastic

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4
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This term is highly specialized and may not be widely recognized. Assumed meaning based on roots.

Definition: Potentially relating to producing something new.

A

Noviporous

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5
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Assumed Definition: Possibly relating to or resembling the Monbazillac wine or region.

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Monbazillaic

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6
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Prone to engage in lawsuits or legal action.

A

Litigious

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Emitting light as a result of being heated; glowing brightly; passionate or brilliant.

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Incandescent

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8
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Grossly unfair and morally wrong.

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Iniquitous

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9
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Known or understood by only a few; mysterious or obscure.

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Arcane

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10
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A species defined by its morphological characteristics, as opposed to genetic differences.

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Morphospecies

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11
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An extinct marine cephalopod with a bullet-shaped internal shell, common in Mesozoic rocks.

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Belemnite

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12
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Deceitful, two-faced, or hypocritical.

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Duplicitous

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13
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The ability to produce an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertility.

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Fecundity

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14
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Make a forcefully reproachful protest.

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Remonstrated

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15
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Relating to vehicles.

A

Vehicular

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16
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Expressing sorrow or regret, especially in a wry or humorous way.

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Ruefully

17
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Relating to a government or state in which those in power exploit national resources and steal; rule by a thief or thieves.

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Kleptocratic

18
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Using high-flown or bombastic language.

A

Magniloquent

19
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Latin term meaning β€œit does not follow.”

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Non sequitur