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16 Cards in this Set
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benevolence (n)
(benevolent) |
goodwill or the disposition to do good; an act of kindness or charity
He displayed his benevolence by donating his salary to chairty. |
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Exemplary (adj)
(exemplar) (n) |
serving as a model, deserving imitation; commendable
His explary behavior was a model for all to follow. example: being a good parent |
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Reputable (adj)
(exemplar) (n) |
respectable (good repute= good reputation)
Because he was a Reputable dealer, I had confidence in his products. |
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Gentility (n)
genteel (adj.) |
refinement, politeness, respectability; OR a member of the upper class
The aristocracy is expected to behave with GENTILITY. example: wealthy english people serving tea. |
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Decorum (n.)
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proper or good taste in action, speech, or dress
A genteel person would always exhibit proper decorum. |
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Punctilious (adj.)
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very careful, meticulous, exact
Cutting a diamond requires punctilious effort. noun- punctiliousness |
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Candid (adj.)
candor (n.) |
honest, frank, outspoken
If you ask for a candid response, be prepared for the result. |
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Veracity (n.)
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habitual honesty, truthfulness; OR accuracy or precison
Because of his veracity, he was considered a very trustworthy person. |
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Feasible (adj.)
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practical, possible, or capable of being done
It is not feasible to graduate from BHS without ever attending classes. |
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Solace (N or V)
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give comfort to, console, lessen grief
Family support can provide solace during difficult times. |
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Elation (n)
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extreme happiness or joy
Winning the lottery would cause you great elation. |
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Avidity (n.)
avid (adj.) |
eagerness, great enthusiasm, or greed
His avidity eventually turned into an obsession. |
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Preoccupy (v.)
preoccupation (n.) |
to absorb or engross mentally
He was preoccupied by the dramatic events on the news. |
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Morale (n.)
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mental condition or state of mind
The morale of the workers deteriorated when their salaries were cut. |
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Wary (adj.)
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cautious, on guard against danger (wary of can mean suspicious of)
When walking in a dark alley, you should be very wary. |
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Impunity (n.)
(almost always preceded by "with") |
freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
Beacuse he knew he would never get caught, he cheated with impunity. |
