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20 Cards in this Set
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Obfuscate |
render obscure, unclear, or unintelligible -bewilder (someone) |
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Perfunctory |
(of an action or gesture) carried out with a minium of effort |
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Supercilious |
behaving or looking as though one thinks one is suprerior to others |
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Fractious |
(typically of children) irritable and quarrelsome |
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Acumen |
the ability to make good judgements and quick decisions, typcally in a particular domain` |
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Benevolent |
Well meaning and kindly |
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Vacuous |
having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless -vapid -empty |
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Vociferous |
(especially of a person or speech) vehement or clamourous |
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Ubiquitous |
present, appearing, or found everywhere |
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Eclectic |
deriving ideas, styles, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources |
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Tact |
adroitness and sensitivity in dealing with others or with diffficult situations |
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Oscillate |
move or swing back and forth at a regular speed |
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Alacrity |
Brisk and cheerful readiness |
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Gratuitous |
uncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted given or done free of charge |
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Defunct |
no longer existing or functioning
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Disarray |
a state of disorganization or untidiness |
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Confounding |
cause suprise or confusion in (someone), espeially by acting against their expecations |
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Apathetic
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showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern |
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Flamboyant |
(of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness |
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Vibrant |
(of color) bright |
