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10 Cards in this Set
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Demur |
to make objection, especially on the grounds of scruples. To object. |
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Judicious |
using or showing judgement as to action or practical expediency; discreet, prudent, or politic. having, exercising, or characterized by good or discriminating judgement; wise, sensible, or well-advised. |
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Magnanimous |
generous in forgiving an insult or injury; free from petty resentfulness or vindictiveness. high-minded; noble. proceeding from or revealing generosity or nobility of mind, character, etc. |
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Obdurate |
unmoved by persuasion, pity, or tender feelings; stubborn; unyielding. |
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Parsimony |
extreme or excessive economy or frugality; stinginess. |
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Scrupulous |
having scruples, or moral or ethical standards; having or showing a strict regard for what one considers right; principled punctiliously or minutely careful, precise, or exact |
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Capricious |
subject to, led by, or indicative of a sudden, odd notion or unpredictable change; erratic |
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Garish |
crudely or tastelessly colorful, showy, or elaborate, as clothes or decoration excessively ornate or elaborate, as buildings or writings. excessively bright; glaring; gaudy |
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Temerity |
reckless boldness; rashness; audacity |
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Vacillate |
to waver in mind or opinion; be indecisive or irresolute to sway unsteadily; waver; totter; stagger to oscillate or fluctuate |
