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16 Cards in this Set
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accede |
v.To agree to; to consent to, often after urging from another |
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affluent |
adj. Generously supplied with money or possessions; wealthy - affluence n.Wealth |
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artisan |
One able to do skilled work with the hands; craftsperson. |
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dismantle |
v.To take apart |
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immerse |
v.1.To cover with liquid -2.To completely engage the attention of |
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irksome |
adj.Annoying;tedious |
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legacy |
n.1.Money or property left to another in a will 2.Something passed on to those who come after |
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ostentatious |
adj.Extravagantly showy or ornate |
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panorama |
n.1. A complete view of a surrounding area 2. A thorough presentation of a subject |
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philanthropy |
n.The attempt to improve the well-being of those in need by donating money or aid. Philanthropist n.One who makes substantial contributions to those in need. |
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prestige |
high standing;respect earned by accomplishments. |
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prolific |
adj. Abundantly productive |
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reticent |
adj.Inclined to keep one's thoughts and feelings to oneself; quiet and reserved. reticence n. silence or reserve |
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tycoon |
n.A wealthy and powerful businessperson |
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arbitrary |
adj.Determined by chance or whim rather than by reason or necessity |
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Fin |
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