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eng wessk 11th L3-4
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Term | Definition |
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anachronistic | chronologically misplaced |
ardor | feelings of great warmth and intensity |
asunder | into parts or pieces |
bequeath | leave or give, especially by will after one's death |
credulous | disposed to believe on little evidence |
demure | suggestive of modesty or reserve |
discourse | an extended communication dealing with some particular topic |
duplicity | the act of deceiving or acting in bad faith |
enmity | a state of deep-seated ill-will |
felicity | state of well-being characterized by contentment |
implacable | incapable of being appeased or pacified |
inordinate | beyond normal limits |
interdict | command against |
jaunty | marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners |
pall | a dark covering or cloud, as of smoke |
precarious | not secure; beset with difficulties |
profane | grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred |
rapt | feeling great delight and interest |
scruple | an ethical or moral principle that inhibits action |
usurpation | wrongfully seizing and holding by force |
admonish | scold or reprimand; take to task |
approbation | official recognition or commendation |
avarice | extreme greed for material wealth |
buffet | strike against forcefully |
consign | commit forever |
deplorable | bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure |
dote | shower with love; show excessive affection for |
ebullience | eager enjoyment or approval |
expostulate | reason with for the purpose of dissuasion |
germane | relevant and appropriate |
gilded | made from or covered with gold |
impertinence | the trait of being rude and inclined to take liberties |
inclement | severe, of weather |
livid | furiously angry |
pallor | an unnatural lack of color in the skin |
precept | a rule of personal conduct |
propensity | a natural inclination |
relegate | assign to a lower position |
spurn | reject with contempt |
vex [irritate] | disturb, especially by minor irritations |