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15 Cards in this Set
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Approbation
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approval or praise
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impetuous
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acting or done quickly without thought or care
impulsive |
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implacable
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relentless
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derive
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obtain or base something on
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mettle
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a person's ability to cope well with difficulties or to face a demanding situation in a spirited and resilient way, character
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dissemble
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conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs
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requite
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make appropriate return for (a favor or service); reward
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covet
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yearn to possess or have (something)
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apprehend
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understand or perceive
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fulsome
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complimentary or flattering to an excessive degree
2) of large size or quantity; generous or abundant |
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perverse
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showing a deliberate and obstinate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable or unacceptable
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jocund
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cheerful and lighthearted
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edify
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instruct or improve (someone) morally or intellectually
The word originally meant [construct a building,] also [strengthen,] hence to “build up” morally or spiritually. |
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Notorious
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famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed
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peruse
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read thoroughly
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