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30 Cards in this Set
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Unfavorable to one's self |
Adverse |
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Having a strong feeling of dislike or reluctance |
Averse |
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To leave one country or region in order to settle in another |
Emigrate |
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In a matter by metaphorical language or figure of speech |
Figuratively |
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To enter and settle in a country or region that isn't ones native land |
Immigrate |
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Having ör showing creative or inventive skill |
Ingenious |
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According to the actual meaning of a word or phrase |
Literally |
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Showing or having simplicity in a childlike way |
Ingenuous |
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To ill-treat persistently and grievously |
Persecute |
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To bring legal action to |
Prosecute |
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Austerity |
Strict economy |
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To decrease in value |
Depreciate |
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Net value |
Equity |
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Thrifty |
Frugal |
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Needy; impoverished |
Indigent |
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Generous in giving |
Munificent |
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Having to do with money |
Pecuniary |
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A moderate and brief decline in economic activity |
Recession |
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To pay compensation |
Remunerate |
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Capable of meeting all financial obligations |
Solvent |
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Having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling difficult situations |
Adroit |
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Very sophisticated; bored as a result if excessive indulgence or enjoyment |
Blasé |
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A trite or overused expression or idea |
Cliché |
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A body of customers or patrons |
Clientele |
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A person who organizes, operates, and assumes the risk of a business venture |
Entrepreneur |
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Something in which a person excels a strong point |
Forte |
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Lacking social experience or grace; awkward |
Gauche |
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Unsophisticated; a lack of experience or judgement |
Naive |
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Casually unconcerned; indifferent |
Nonchalant |
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An appointment or engagement to meet at a fixed place or time |
Rendezvous |
