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15 Cards in this Set
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epigram |
a pithy saying or remark expressing an idea in a clever and amusing way. |
a short poem, especially a satirical one, having a witty or ingenious ending. |
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supercilious |
behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others. |
Arrogant |
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complacency |
a feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements. |
Self satisfaction |
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grotesque |
comically or repulsively ugly or distorted. |
Disformed |
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anaemic |
lack of blood |
Blood |
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hauteur |
haughtiness of manner; disdainful pride. |
Pride |
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discreet |
careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage. |
Carefull |
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innuendo |
an allusive or oblique remark or hint, typically a suggestive or disparaging one. |
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apparition |
a ghost or ghostlike image of a person. |
Ghost |
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metropolitan |
of, relating to, or denoting a metropolis, often inclusive of its surrounding areas. |
Idk |
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affectation |
behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress. |
Posing |
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Subterfuge |
deceit used in order to achieve one's goal. |
Trickery |
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Façade |
the face of a building, especially the principal front that looks onto a street or open space. |
Front |
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Hospitable |
friendly and welcoming to strangers or guests. |
Friendly |
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peremptory |
insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a brusquely imperious way."“Just do it!” came the peremptory reply" |
Brisk |
