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15 Cards in this Set
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machination (n)
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an evil design or plan
------------------------------ scheme, plot |
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pejorative (adj)
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having a negative effect; insulting
------------------------------derogatory |
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harbinger (n)
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an omen or sign
------------------------------ warning |
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nubile (adj)
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suitable for marriage in age and physical development
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sapient (adj)
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wise; full of knowledge
------------------------------------- sagacious |
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chimerical (adj)
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imaginary; fantastic
------------------------------- absurd |
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masochist (n)
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one who enjoys his or her own pain and suffering
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finesse (n)
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diplomacy; tact; artful management
-------------------------------------- skill |
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heterogeneous (adj)
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different
----------------------- diverse |
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eclectic (adj)
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choosing from various sources
------------------------------------ selective |
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grandoise (adj)
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impressive; showy; magnificent
-------------------------------------------- stately; imposing |
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raiment (n)
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clothing; garments
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blanch (v)
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to whiten; to make pale
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hybrid (n)
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anything of mixed origin
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idiosyncrasy (n)
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a peculiar personality trait
------------------------------------ quirk |
