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Abjure
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To renounce an oath.
Ex. Giles Corey abjured his faith in Puritanism as his fellow Puritans piled stones upon him. |
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Credulity
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A tendency to be too ready to believe something is true (often without facts).
Ex. Sam's credulity was astounding; he always clicked on the pop-up ads. |
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Ineffable
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Too great or extreme to be expressed in words.
Ex. Mrs. Wiggs possesses an ineffable love of Shakespeare. |
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Munificence
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Generosity
Ex. Mr. Sneed's munificence was boundless--he let me re-do my homework for a 100! |
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Pernicious
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Having a harmful effect (often in a subtle or gradual way)
Ex. Jimmy spread a pernicious rumor about John; it slowly ate away at his reputation. |