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30 Cards in this Set
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Littoral |
To do with the seaside or shore |
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Stomatopods |
Mantis shrimp |
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Simian |
Monkeys |
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Intransigence |
Refusal to change one's views or agree about something |
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Ennui |
A feeling of dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation |
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Antiquarianism |
A study of classics/things of the past |
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Pusillanimous |
Showing a lack of courage or determination / timid |
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Denude |
Strip (something) of its coverings or possessions |
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Beget |
Bring into existence, especially via reproduction |
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Maudlin |
Self pityingly sentimental |
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Ersatz |
Made or used as a substitute, typically an inferior one |
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Inculcate |
Instill (an idea or habit) by persistent instruction |
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Ineluctable |
Unable to be avoided / inescapable |
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Prepossessing |
Attractive in appearance |
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Prosthesis |
Artificial body part |
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Sundry |
Of various kinds; several |
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Impassive |
Not feeling or showing emotion |
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Consign |
Put someone or something in a place (to get rid of them) |
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Vaunted |
Praised or boasted about, especially in excess |
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Conurbation |
An extended urban area |
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Votive |
Offered or performed in fulfilment of a vow |
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Equanimity |
Calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation |
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Insensate |
Lacking physical sensation |
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Rapacious |
Excessively greedy or grasping |
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Potsherd |
A broken piece of ceramic material, especially one found on an archaeological site |
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Caustic |
Sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way |
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Implacable |
Unable to be pleased or placated |
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Artifice |
Clever/cunning devices, especially used to trick others |
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Votary |
A person (eg a monk or nun) who has made vows of dedication to a religious service |
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Katzenjammer |
Confusion/uproar OR (a severe headache resulting from) a hangover |
