Vocabulary Flashcards

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articulate (adj.)

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(Of a person or a person's words) having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently

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benevolent (adj.)

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Well meaning and kindly; serving a charitable rather than a profit-making purpose

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cryptic (adj.)

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Having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure

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cynical (adj.)

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

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dismayed (v.)

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Caused (someone) to feel consternation and distress

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eloquence (n.)

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Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing

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enmity (n.)

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The state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something

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ensconced (v.)

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Established or settled in a comfortable, safe, or secret place

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indefatigable (adj.)

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(Of a person or their efforts) persisting tirelessly

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indignation (adj.)

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Anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment