Word List 5 Review

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What does 'morose' mean?

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Morose means being sullen, gloomy, or in a bad mood.

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What does 'bestowed' mean?

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Bestowed means to give something as a gift or honor.

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What does 'whim' mean?

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Whim refers to a sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained.

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What does 'penance' mean?

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Penance is an act of self-punishment or devotion performed to show sorrow for wrongdoing.

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What does 'compulsion' mean?

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Compulsion is a strong, usually irresistible impulse to perform an act, especially one that is irrational.

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What does 'benevolence' mean?

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Benevolence means the quality of being well-meaning and kind.

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What does 'odious' mean?

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Odious means extremely unpleasant or repulsive.

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What does 'waned' mean?

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Waned means to decrease in size, amount, intensity, or degree.

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What does 'liberality' mean?

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Liberality refers to the quality of being open to new ideas and free from prejudice.

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What does 'askew' mean?

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Askew means not in a straight or level position; crooked.