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10 Cards in this Set
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affectation
noun |
Artificial behavior adopted to impress others
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beneficiary
noun |
A person who recieves funds from an insurance policy or will upon another's death.
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defect
noun |
A flaw or imperfection; a deficiency
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efficacy
noun |
The power or capacity to produce the desired effect
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faction
noun |
A group of persons forming a united but sometimes discontented and troublesone minority within a larger group.
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officiate
Intrans verb |
to serve in a position of authority; to preside
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officious
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Excessively forward in offering one's service or advice to others; meddlesome
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factor
noun |
Something that helps bring about a certain result; an ingredient
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prolific
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Causing or maintaining abundant growth
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suffice
Intrans. verb |
To meet present needs; be adequate
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