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15 Cards in this Set
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pestilence (n)
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a contagious disease or illness that is devastating
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emanate (verb)
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to come out from a source
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countenance / visage(n)
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the face, especially as an indication of mood or emotion
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masquerade (n)
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a social gathering, or party where people wear masks and colorful costumes
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reverie (n)
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daydream
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sagacious (adj.)
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wise, or good at determining another's qualities
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august (adj.)
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marked by majestic dignity. Synonyms: lordly, magnificen
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buffoon (n)
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a silly-looking figure; CLOWN.
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impede (verb)
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to interfere with or slow the progress of.
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dauntless (adj.)
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marked by courage; FEARLESS
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wane (verb)
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to gradually lose influence or power.
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scrutiny (n)
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to look at closely, to inspect.
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disconcert (verb)
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to upset or disturb.
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tremulous (adj.)
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characterized by trembling, usually from nervousness.
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propriety (n)
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the customs or manners of a polite society; what is socially acceptable in behavior or speech.
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