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15 Cards in this Set
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Abyss |
A bottomless gulf |
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Anonymous |
nameless, without a disclosed identity |
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Antagonist |
Foe, opponent |
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Autocratic |
A ruler with absolute power |
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Conformist |
person who complies with accepted rules and customs |
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Conviction |
A fixed or firm belief |
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Disgression |
the act of turning aside, straying from the main point, esp. in a speech or argument |
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Discredit |
To harm the reputation of, dishonor or disgrace |
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Disdain |
to regard with scorn or contempt |
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Deference |
courteous respect |
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Empathy |
identification with the feelings of others |
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Emulate |
to imitate, follow an example |
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Ingratiate |
to establish (oneself) in the good graces of others |
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Formidable |
causing dread, fear or awe |
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Prodigious |
enormous and wonderful |