Vocabulary Flashcards

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destitute (adjective)

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1. 1. Without resources or possessions, especially the necessities of life.

2. 2. Lacking; devoid of

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bewail (verb)

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1. To express deep regret or sorrow over

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detract (verb)

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To take away, especially from the value, beauty, or importance of

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emancipate (verb)

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To set free from slavery; to liberate

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extol (verb)

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To praise highly.

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flamboyant (adjective)

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Excessively showy; unrestrained.

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impetus (noun)

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1. a driving force; anything that causes an action

2. increased activity resulting from a driving force

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Insuperable (adjective)

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Incapable of being overcome or defeated.

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Intermittent (adjective)

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Not continuous; happening at intervals.

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Maxim (noun)

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A general truth or rule of conduct; a short saying.