Vocabulary Flashcards

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Gaunt

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Extremely thin and bony; haggard and drawn, as from great hunger, weariness, or suffering.

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Excommunication

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The action of officially excluding someone from participation in the sacraments and services of the Christian Church.

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Conciliatory

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Intended or likely to placate or pacify; appeasing.

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Beguile

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To charm or enchant, often in a deceptive way; to pass time in a pleasant manner.

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Reprieve

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A cancellation or postponement of a punishment; temporary relief from harm or discomfort.

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Efficiency

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The state or quality of being efficient; competency in performance.

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Penitence

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The state of feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentance.

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Beneficiary

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A person who derives advantage from something, especially a trust, will, or life insurance policy.

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Rescind

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To revoke, cancel, or repeal (a law, order, or agreement).

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Avenue

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A way of approaching a problem or making progress toward something.