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cynical
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inclined to distrust or deny the goodness or sincerity of human motive
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decorum
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conformity to accepted standards of conduct; proper behavior
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demagogue
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a leader who appeals to the emotions and prejudices of people, especially to advance his own power
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demure
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quiet and modest
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deprecate
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to express disapproval of; to depreciate one's effort
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destitute
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extremely poor; lacking necessities like food and shelter
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diffident
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lacking in self-confidence; shy
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dilemma
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a difficult choice; especially a choice between two equally undesirable alternatives
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dilettante
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one who studies an art or science for mere amusement
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disparity
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inequality; difference
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