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20 Cards in this Set
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Altruistic |
(adj.) Unselfish, concerned for the welfare of others |
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Assent |
(v.) To express agreement; (n.) Agreement |
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Benefactor |
(n.) One who does good to others |
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Chivalrous |
(adj.) Marked by honor and courage |
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Clemency |
(n.) Mercy, humaneness |
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Dearth |
(n.) A lack of, a famine, scarcity |
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Diffident |
(adj.) Shy, lacking self confidence, reserved |
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Discrepancy |
(n.) A lack of agreement |
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Embark |
(v.) To begin, invest |
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Facile |
(adj.) Easily attainable or accomplished |
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Indomitable |
(adj.) Unconquerable |
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Infallible |
(adj.) Free from error, absolutely dependable |
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Plod |
(v.) To walk or work heavily or slowly |
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Pungent |
(adj.) Causing a sharp sensation, stinging, biting |
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Remiss |
(adj.) Neglectful in performane of someone's duty, careless |
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Repose |
(v.) To rest; (n.) Relaxation, peace of mind |
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Temerity |
(n.) Rashness or boldness |
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Truculent |
(adj.) Fierce and cruel, aggressive |
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Unfeigned |
(adj.) Sincere |
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Virulent |
(adj.) Extremely poisonous, Spiteful |