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15 Cards in this Set
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Alacrity |
Definition: brisk and cheerful readiness. Example: "she accepted the invitation with alacrity" |
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Droll |
Definition: curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement. Example: "his unique brand of droll self-mockery" |
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Magnanimous |
Definition: very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself. Example: Her magnanimous nature led her to be taken advantage of. |
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Alleviate |
Definition: make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. Example: "he couldn't prevent her pain, only alleviate it" |
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Elucidate |
Definition: make (something) clear; explain. Example: "work such as theirs will help to elucidate this matter" |
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Appall |
Appall Definition: greatly dismay or horrify. Example: "bankers are appalled at the economic incompetence of some officials" |
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Laud |
Definition: praise (a person or their achievements) highly, especially in a public context. Example: "the obituary lauded him as a great statesman and soldier" |
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Phlegmatic |
Definition: (of a person) having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition. Example: In times of negotiation, a phlegmatic demeanor can be an aid. |
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Bellicose |
Definition: demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight. Example: "a group of bellicose patriots" |
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Nondescript |
Definition: lacking distinctive or interesting features or characteristics. Example: "she lived in a nondescript suburban apartment block" |
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Loll |
Definition: sit, lie, or stand in a lazy, relaxed way. Example: "the two girls lolled in their chairs" |
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Rescind |
Definition: revoke, cancel, or repeal (a law, order, or agreement). Example: "the government eventually rescinded the directive" |
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Disparage |
Definition: regard or represent as being of little worth. Example: "he never missed an opportunity to disparage his competitors" |
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Loquacious |
Definition: tending to talk a great deal; talkative. Example: When bored, I tend to be quite loquacious. |
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Whet |
Definition: sharpen the blade of (a tool or weapon). Example: "she took out her dagger and began to whet its blade in even, rhythmic strokes"
Definition 2: a thing that stimulates appetite or desire. Example 2: "he swallowed his two dozen oysters as a whet" |
