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27 Cards in this Set
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pragmatic |
practical |
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futile |
pointless |
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enamored |
filled with feeling of love |
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admirable |
respect |
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prerogative |
a right or privilege accessible to a particular individual or class |
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plight |
dangerous situation |
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perilous |
dangerous |
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abberant |
abnormal behavior |
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commandeer |
officially take possession or control for (mainly for military purposes) |
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inept |
without skill |
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predilection |
special liking |
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afiinity |
natural liking |
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triumph |
victory |
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debacle |
failure |
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wane |
decrease in strength |
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temperament |
unusual personal attitude (short tempered) |
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maladroit |
without skill |
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expurgate |
censor |
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abhor |
show disgust and hatred |
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prolific |
productive |
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diffidence |
lack of confidence |
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hyperbole |
exaggerated statements |
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pecuniary |
relating to money |
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meticulous |
careful about details |
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affable |
friendly |
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exculpated / exonerated |
clear from guilt |
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invective / diatribe |
abusive speech |
