Vocabulary Flashcards

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pusillanimous

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Showing a lack of courage or determination; timid.

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sycophant

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A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.

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rancorous

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Characterized by bitterness or resentment.

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objective

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Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts.

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simpatico

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(of a person) likable and easy to get along with.

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behest

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A person's orders or command.

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enfranchise

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Give the right to vote to.

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enervate

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Cause (someone) to feel drained of energy or vitality; weaken.

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diffident

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Modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence.

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expurgate

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Remove matter thought to be objectionable or unsuitable from (a text or account).