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10 Cards in this Set
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Define Sinecure.
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A cushy job.
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Define Predilection and name 4 synonyms.
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A preconceived liking. Synonyms: fondness, leaning, bias, prejudice, predisposition, affinity, penchant, propensity and proclivity.
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Define Imboglio and name 2 synonyms.
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A difficult, perplexing state of affairs. Synonyms: entanglement, embroilment, predicament, quandary.
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Define Ineffable and name 1 synonym.
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Inexpressable, unable to be expressed or descrubed in words. Synonyms: unutterable, unspeakale, and indescribable.
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Define Stolid and name 3 synonyms.
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Not easily moved, aroused, or excited; showing little or no feeling or sensitivity; mentally or emotionally dull, insensitive, or obtuse. Synonyms: unemotional, unresponsive, sluggishm apathetic, impassive, indifferent, and phlegmatic.
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Define Offal.
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Waste, garbage, refuse, rubbish.
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Define Lissome and name 2 synonyms.
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Limber, flexible, moving with ease and grace. Synonyms: nimble, agile, supple, and lithe.
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Define Mellifluous.
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Flowing smoothly and sweetly, like honey.
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Define Surfeit and name 4 synonyms.
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To supply, fill, or feed to excess, especially to the point of discomfort, sickness, or disgust. Synonyms: sate, satiate, stuff, cram, glut, gorge, choke, inundate, and cloy.
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Define Blandishment.
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Flattering or coaxing speech or action; and ingratiating remark or gesture.
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