ADV Vocab Flashcards April 21

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Altruism

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(n.) unselfish concern for the welfare of others; selflessness.

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Cacophony

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(n.) harsh, discordant sounds or noise.

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Disparage

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(v.) to belittle or speak down to someone; to regard as being of little worth.

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Paradox

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(n.) a seemingly contradictory statement that may nonetheless be true.

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Rancor

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(n.) bitter resentment or ill will; deep-seated hatred.

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Duplicitous

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(adj.) deceitful; deliberately deceptive in behavior or speech.

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Fastidious

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(adj.) very attentive to detail; meticulous.

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Quintessential

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(adj.) representing the most perfect or typical example of something.

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Ubiquitous

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(adj.) present or appearing everywhere.

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Wary

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(adj.) cautious, watchful, and on guard against danger or deceit.