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10 Cards in this Set
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Esoteric |
Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest. |
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Eulogy |
A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly, typically someone who has just died. |
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Euphemism |
A mild or indirect word or expression sunstituted for one considered to be harsh or blunt when referring to somethinng unpleasant or embarrassing. |
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Evanescent |
Soon passing out of sight, memory, or existence; quickly fading or disappearing. |
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Exacerbate |
Make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse |
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Exemplary |
Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind |
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Expedient |
Of an action convenient and practical, although possibly improper or immoral |
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Expedite |
Make an action or process happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly |
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Expunge |
Erase or remove completely something unwanted or unpleasant |
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Extol |
Praise enthusiastically |
