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10 Cards in this Set
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Altruistic
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Adj.) unselfish, concerned with the welfare of others
Synonyms: selfless N.) altruism |
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Assent
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V.) to express agreement
N.) agreement Synonyms: consent in agreement |
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Benefactor
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N.) one who does good to others
Synonyms: humanitarian someone who is doing good |
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Chivalrous
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Adj.) marked by honor, courtesy, and courage; knightly
Synonyms: gallant, civil, honorable, respectful N.) chivalry polite |
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Clemency
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N.) mercy, humaneness; mildness, moderateness
Synonyms: gentleness granting of forgiveness |
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Dearth
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N.) a lack, scarcity, inadequate supply; a famine
Synonyms: insuffienciency a lack of something |
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Diffident
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QAdj.) shy, lacking self-confidence; modest, reserved
Synonyms: timid, bashful |
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Discrepancy
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N.) a difference; a lack of agreement
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Embark
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V.) to begin
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Facile
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Adj.) easily attained; superficial; ready, fluent; easily shown but not sincerely felt
Synonyms: effortless, assured |
