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15 Cards in this Set
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aberration
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mental disorder, of minor or temporary nature
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absitnence
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the giving up of certain pleasures such as food or drinks
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abstract
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theoretical, not applied, practical
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acclaim
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loud applause, approval
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acquiesce
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to accept the conclusions or arrangements of others
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controversy
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public dispute/debate/argument
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admonish
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to advise against
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advocate
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to support/to be in favor of
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aesthetic
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showing an appreciation of beauty
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affinity
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natural attraction
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aggrandizement
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growth in power
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alienate
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to turn away the normal feelings of fondness toward anyone
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alleviate
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to make easier
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aloof
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indifferent
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altruistic
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thoughtful of others
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