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Cards In This Set
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Definition of Dissimulation?
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 Hidden under a false appearance. Example: Pool hustling might be seen as a form of dissimulation, because the hustler conceals their real talent. |
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Definition of Vexed?
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 Troubled, distressed, caused agitation. Example: The teacher was greatly vexed by his students behavior. |
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Definition of Sagacity?
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 Sound judgment. Example: "The sagacity of that man helped the people stranded on an island get rescued before they starved to death." |
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Definition of Hearkening?
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 Giving special attention. Example:This woman is hearkening to his heart beat. |
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Definition of Awe?
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 A mixed feeling of reverence, fear, and wonder. Example: The observers were in awe of the destructive power of the new weapon. |
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Definition of Distinctness?
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 Unmistakable, clearly defined. Example: The soul's . . . distinctness from the body. |
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Definition of Concealment?
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 A means of hiding. Example: The simplest concealment is to match perfectly the color of the background. |
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Definition of Waned?
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 To grow gradually less. Example: The tide was near the turn and already the day was on the wane. |
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Definition of Suavity?
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 Gracefulness, politeness. Example: He lacked the suavity to fit in at the elegant party. |
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Definition of Bade?
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 Urged, compelled. Example:The evil or captain bade her to do something cruel. |
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Definition of Audacity?
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 Bold courage, daring. Example: His questioner's audacity shocked the lecturer. |
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Definition of Derision?
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 Contempt, ridicule. Example: The proposal was held in derision by members of the board. |
