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12 Cards in this Set
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Abstemious |
Not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking. |
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Agoraphobic |
Fear of places and situations that might cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment. |
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Austere |
Having an extremely plain and simple style or appearance; unadorned. |
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Changeling |
A child believed to have been secretly substituted by fairies for the parent's real child in infancy. |
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Dourness |
Sullen; gloomy. |
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Enigma |
A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand. |
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Elocution |
The skill of clear and expressive speech, especially of distinct pronunciation and articulation. |
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Fastidious |
Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail. |
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Fidelity |
Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support. |
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Haranguing |
Lecture at length in an aggressive and critical manner. |
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Languid |
Displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed. |
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Reticent |
Not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily. |
