Vocabulary Flashcards

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esoteric

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Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest.

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impetuous

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Acting or done quickly and without thought or care.

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eradicate

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Destroy completely; put an end to.

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ornery

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Bad-tempered and combative.

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cynical

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Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

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electoral

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Relating to elections or electors.

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lobbyist

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A person who takes part in an organized attempt to influence legislators.

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cantankerous

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Bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative.

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loquacious

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Tending to talk a great deal; talkative.

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gubernatorial

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Relating to a governor.