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27 Cards in this Set
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Apprehensive |
Anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen. |
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Negotiation |
Discussion aimed at reaching an agreement. |
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Statecraft |
The skill of governing a country. |
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Besiege |
To crowd around or surround a place in order to capture it or force surrender. |
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Besotted |
Strongly inspired by something with a short-lived passion. |
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Deposed |
Removed from a throne or other high office. |
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Submissively |
Inclined or willing to give in to orders or wishes of others. |
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Columnar |
Of, relating to, being, or composed of tall, narrow, cylindrical or prismatic cells. |
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Chalice |
A large drinking cup or goblet. |
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Impertinence |
Lack of respect; rudeness |
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Violate |
To break, infringe, or transgress. |
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Sanctity |
Holiness of life and character; godliness. |
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Harpy |
A predatory person, leech; based on Greek myth creature. |
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Coax |
To attempt to influence by gentle persuasion, flattery, etc. |
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Deft |
Skillful and clever; able to do something quickly and accurately. |
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Ornate |
Made in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns. |
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Scandalous |
Shocking or offensive; immoral. |
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Forbearance |
Patient self-control; restraint and tolerance. |
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Inevitable |
Certain to happen; unavoidable. |
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Interrogated |
Questioned formally. |
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Weary |
Lacking strength or energy because of a need for rest or sleep. |
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Sidled |
Walked in a furtive, unobtrusive, or timid manner, especially sideways. |
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Hypocrite |
One who engages in the same behaviors he condemns others for. |
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Novice |
One who is new to the circumstances, work, etc. |
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Valiant |
Boldly courageous; brace; stout-hearted |
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Composure |
The state or feeling of being calm and in control of oneself. |
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Chaperone |
One who accompanies and looks after another person or group. |
