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15 Cards in this Set
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zealous |
(adjective) having or showing great energy in pursuit of a cause, devoted |
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elapse |
(verb) (of time) pass or go by |
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obstreperous |
(adjective) noisy and difficult to control |
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ascertain |
(verb) find (something) out for certain; make sure of |
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obviate |
(verb) remove (a need or difficulty) |
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diatribe |
(noun) a forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something |
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precocious |
(adjective) having developed certain abilities earlier than usual |
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magnanimous |
(adjective) very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful |
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fortuitous |
(adjective) happening by accident or chance rather than design |
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veracity |
(noun) conformity to facts; accuracy, truthfulness |
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nemesis |
(noun) a long-standing rival |
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ilk |
(noun) a type of people or things similar to those already referred to; class or kind |
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macabre |
(adjective) disturbing and horrifying because of involvement with death and injury |
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antiquated |
(adjective) old-fashioned or outdated |
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placard |
(noun) a poster or sign for public display |
