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18 Cards in this Set
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Sycophant |
Acting some way to someone important to gain advantage |
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Non sequitor |
A conclusion or statement that does not logically follow from the previous argument or statement |
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Ubiquitous |
Present , appearing , or found everywhere |
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Diatribe |
A force and bitter verbal attack against someone or something |
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Slipshod |
Characterized by a lack of caring, Or organization. |
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Pre-cursor |
A person or thing that comes before another of the same kind ;a forerunner |
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Demure |
(Of a woman of her behavior) reserved, modest and shy |
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Impregnable |
Unable to be captured or broken into |
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Nefarious |
Wicked or criminal |
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Jingoistic |
Extreme an emotional nationalism or chauvinism |
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Coquette |
A women who flirts |
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Bemoan |
Express discontent or sorrow over (something) |
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Abhor |
Regard with disgust and hatred |
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Placid |
Not easily upset or excited 2 . Calm or excited |
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Talisman |
An object, typically an inscribed ring or stone , that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck |
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Harangue |
Length and aggressive speech |
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Affinity |
A spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something |
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Misogynist |
A person who dislikes , despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women |
