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22 Cards in this Set
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nadir
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the lowest point in a persons fortunes
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unguent
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used to decrease irritation, and for lubrication
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inveterate
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cant stop addicted
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panegyric
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praises someone a lot (extols)
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beseech
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to beg
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august
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respected and impressive
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irresolute
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someone without resolve
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deafeatist
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resigned
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deft
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neat, skillful
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disquisition
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formal systematic inquiry; explains results
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dowdy
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slovenly, untidy
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deign
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condescend, stoop
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pejorative
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negatived
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clandestine
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covert, secret
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nadir
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opposite of apex
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inveterate
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can't stop (addicted)
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acquiescent
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capable of being changed, person that is agreeable
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penitent
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one who experiences guilt
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chary
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demonstrates caution
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chanson
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type of song (praise)
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equitable
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justified, just
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distend
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enlarge, expand, or cause to swell
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