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20 Cards in this Set
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Gratuitous |
Freely given or obtained; unearned; uncalled for; without justification or cause |
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Etymology |
The study of the source and development of a word |
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Venerate |
To regard with deep honor, respect, or esteem; to revere |
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Truism |
A statement of truth that is obvious or well known |
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Erudite |
Having or displaying extensive knowledge; learned; scholarly |
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Charlatan |
A person who falsely claims to possess expert knowledge or skill; a quack; an imposter |
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Extol |
To praise highly |
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Broach |
To mention for the first time; to introduce a subject; to start a discussion of |
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Predispose |
To create or possess a tendency or preference in advance; to make susceptible |
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Immutable |
Never changing; unchangeable; unalterable |
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Infringe |
To violate or disregard a law or an agreement; to trespass; to break in on |
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Specious |
Seemingly desirable, reasonable, or true but not really so; having a deceptively good appearance |
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Ostensible |
Outwardly professed; apparent; seeming |
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Absolve |
To declare free from guilt or blame; to set free from a promise or obligation |
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Subjugate |
To subdue; to conquer; to force to submit |
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Antipods |
Any two places at directly opposite points on the earth; two opposite things |
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Retroactive |
Applying to events that are in the past |
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Antipathy |
A strong dislike; an aversion |
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Nettle |
A stinging plant; to sting with, or as if with, a nettle; to cause sharp annoyance; to irritate |
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Indigent |
Poor; needy (a.k.a Holden upright) |
