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15 Cards in this Set
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Accessible adjective |
Able to be reached |
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Complement verb |
To make something complete |
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Devious adjective |
not straightforward, departing from accepted conduct |
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Epitome noun |
Perfect example or embodiment |
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Glutton noun |
Someone who eats too much |
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Hardy adjective |
Able to withstand harsh conditions |
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Anecdote noun |
1. A short account of a event 2. Historical or bibographical short |
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Cajole verb |
To persuade |
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Devise verb |
Form in one's mind ( a plan, method, or invention ) |
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Haughton essential noun |
Disdain toward persons supposedly lower in rank or status |
Arrogance, pride |
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Paradox noun |
Something apparently contradictory in nature; statement that looks false, but is actually correct |
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Patronize Verb |
1. provide support for 2. Act superior toward 3. Be a customer of |
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Obstinate adjective |
1. Unreasonably persistent ( in an opinion, etc.) 2. Not easily controlled, cured, or removed |
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Morose adjective |
Having an ill- humored disposition |
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Nonchalance noun |
Lack of concern |
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