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20 Cards in this Set
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antiquated |
Too old to be useful or suitable. |
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centenarian |
A person who is one hundred years old or older. |
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fledgling |
Inexperienced person; untried. A bird that has grown the feathers needed to fly. |
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frail |
Weak or delicate. |
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geratics |
The medical study of the elderly and their diseases. |
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infantile |
Having to do with an infant or state of life. As immature as an infant. |
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longevity |
Long life or a long time spent at a job or activity. |
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nascent |
Just coming into existence; emerging. |
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puerile |
Childish;immature. |
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venerable |
Worthy of great respect because of age or dignity. |
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altruism |
Unselfish concern and actions for the welfare of others. |
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amicable |
Friendly;showing goodwill. |
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benefactor |
A person who gives financial or other aid. |
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benign |
Kind and gentle. Harmless; not dangerous to health. |
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bountiful |
Abundant;plentiful. |
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civility |
Courteous behavior; politeness. |
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exemplary |
Worthy of imitation;admirable. |
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humanitarian |
A person concerned with social reforms and improving human welfare. Intended to help humans. |
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indulge |
To yield or desires or wishes. |
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rectify |
To fix or correct; to set right. |
