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21 Cards in this Set
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One that has recently or suddenly risen to a higher social
or economic class but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class; an upstart. |
parvenu
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A large and imposing residence
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manse
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Suffering the effects of, or derived from, or suggestive of
gross intemperance, especially in drinking |
crapulous
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To howl, as a dog or a wolf; to wail
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ululate
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1. To deprive of possession.
2. To transfer (the property of another) to oneself. |
expropriate
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1. To revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by
giving an order contrary to one previously given. 2. To recall or order back by a contrary order. |
countermand
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1. An image; a representation.
2. An insubstantial, superficial, or vague likeness or semblance. |
simulacrum
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A youth in the state of adolescence, or just passing from
boyhood to manhood; a lad. |
stripling
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1. A splendid or impressive array.
2. Ceremonial attire. 3. A full suit of armor; a complete defense or covering. |
panoply
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The cessation of use; discontinuance of practice or custom; disuse
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desuetude
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Any mixture or assortment; a medley; a potpourri; a
miscellany. |
salmagundi
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Of the same age; originating or existing during the same
period of time -- usually followed by 'with'. |
coeval
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Good nature; pleasant and easy manner.
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bonhomie
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Cheap and showy, tawdry; also, spurious, counterfeit
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brummagem
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1. The use of trickery or sophistry to deceive (as in matters
of law). 2. A trick; a subterfuge |
chicanery
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Given to eating; voracious; devouring.
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edacious
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1. Kind; gracious.
2. Beneficial; favorable |
benignant
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Having or revealing little emotion or sensibility; not easily
excited |
stolid
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A song or poem greeting the dawn; also, a composition
suggestive of morning |
aubade
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A state or fit of intense indignation; resentment; ill humor
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dudgeon
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Excessively fond of or submissive to a wife.
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uxorious
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