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7659056357allocation(noun) distribution, portion, share0
7691870022ascetic(adjective) self-denying, disciplined, abstinent1
7691875773beguile(verb) to fool or decieve2
7691878386crass(adjective) coarse, insensitive, rude3
7691880297defray(verb) to pay, finance, fund4
7691881828dint(noun) impression, dent or a blow5
7691883848enjoin(verb) to order, command, or forbid6
7691885454envoy(noun) deputy, delegate, diplomat7
7691888012interloper(noun) intruder, meddler, tresspasser8
7691889869vicarious(adjective) done or felt for another, on behalf of someone else, indirect9
7691893955alliterationturn of expression, rhyme, or repetition (ex. peter piper)10
7691895158allusionindirect reference, hint, implication (ex. garden = eden)11
7733801640amplificationenlarging upon, adding detail and information12
7733801641anacoluthona sentence or construction that lacks grammatical sequence (ex. while in the garden, the door banged shut)13
7733865772admonish(verb) to warn or reprimand someone firmly14
7733865773akimbo(adverb) flung out widely or haphazardly, or hands on the hips15
7733894227lassitude(noun) a state of physical or mental weariness, lack of energy16
7733915552licentious(adjective) promiscuous and unprincipled in sexual matters17
7733933269muse(noun) person who is source of artistic inspiration, (verb) to be absorbed in thought18
7733956225pecuniary(adjective) relating to or consisting of money19
7733969253plight(noun) dangerous, difficult, or unfortunate situation20
7733975636presumptuous(adjective) failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate21
7734002414subversive(adjective) seeking to disrupt an established system or institution22
7734029346vacuous(adjective) lack of intelligence, mindlessness23
7810005067analogousreasoning or explaining from parallel cases (analogy)24
7810058285anadiplosisrepeating a word at the end and beginning of clause (ex. I am Sam, Sam I am)25
7812301799avocation(noun) hobby or minor occupation26
7812312605capricious(adjective) given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior27
7812314794disparity(noun) a great difference28
7812317469efficacy(noun) the ability to produce a desired or intended result29
7812317470epistle(noun) a letter or series of letters30
7812322349hospice(noun) a lodging for travelers, or home providing care to the sick31
7812322350impetus(noun) motivation, stimulus32
7812325467moribund(adjective) at the point of death33
7812325468reticent(adjective) reserved, introverted34
7812328602vacillate(verb) to be indecisive35
7884373299anaphorarepetition that occurs when start of sentences or clauses all begin with same word/phrase (ex. Love is patient, Love is kind)36
7884373300antanagogea negative point is balanced with a positive point37
7884385709akin(adjective) of similar character38
7884385710corroborate(verb) confirm or give support to (a statement, finding, or theory)39
7884390735inexorable(adjective) impossible to stop or prevent40
7884390736insipid(adjective) lacking flavor41
7884395276nefarious(adjective) wicked or criminal42
7884395277physiognomy(noun) judging a person's character by their facial features or expressions43
7884398748retinue(noun) group of advisors or assistance44
7884398749suppliant(noun) person making a humble plea to someone in authority45
7884401783tedium(noun) state of being tedious46
7884401784torrid(adjective) very hot/dry, passionate, or full of difficulty47
7975590590antimetabolereverse order sentences (when the going gets tough, the tough get going)48
7975590591antiphrasisobvious ironic phrasing (ex. take your time, we've got all day)49
7975622099ribald(adjective) referring to sexual content in a rude or irreverent way50
7975627293affront(noun) an action causing offense, (verb) to offend the modesty or value of51
7975627294blasé(adjective) unimpressed or indifferent to something because one has experienced or seen it so often before52
7975630948cajole(verb) persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery53
7975634265choleric(adjective) bad-tempered or irritable54
7975634266encumber(verb) to restrict or burden (someone or something) in such a way that free action or movement is difficult55
7975639471feckless(adjective) lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible56
7975639472impasse(noun) a situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement; a deadlock57
7975642464indolent(adjective) wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy58
7975642465lugubrious(adjective) looking or sounding sad and dismal59
8038145284antithesiscontrast or opposition between two things60
8038145285apophasisthe raising of an issue by claiming not to mention it (ex. I don't want to say anything bad about another doctor, especially one who is a useless drunk)61
8038259344adulation(noun) flattery; excessive admiration or praise62
8038259345censure(verb) express severe disapproval of (someone or something), typically in a formal statement63
8038263563dissemble(verb) conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs64
8038265852dissimulation(noun) concealment of one's thoughts, feelings, or character; pretense65
8038265853droll(adjective) curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement66
8038268703expectorate(verb) cough or spit out (phlegm) from the throat or lungs67
8038268704palpate(verb) examine (a part of the body) by touch, especially for medical purposes68
8038271981peremptory(adjective) not open to appeal or challenge; final69
8038274808pusillanimous(adjective) showing a lack of courage or determination; timid70
8038277104surfeit(noun) an excessive amount of something, (verb) to no longer desire71
8038277105allay(verb) relieve or alleviate (pain or hunger)72

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