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Vocab Unit 5
Term | Definition |
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altrusitic | unselfish, concerned with the welfare of others |
assent | to express agreement agreement |
benefactor | one who does good to others |
chivalrous | marked by honor, courtesy, and courage; knightly |
clemency | mercy |
dearth | a lack, inadequate supply |
diffident | shy, lacking self confidence, modest, reserved |
embark | to go aboard, to make a start, to invest |
facile | easily done or attained |
imdomitable | unconquerable, refusing to yield |
infallible | free from error, absolutely dependable |
plod | to walk slow or heavy, to work slowly |
pugnent | causing a sharp sensation, stinging, biting |
remiss | neglectful in performance of one's duty,careless |
repose | to rest; lie; place relaxation; peace of mind; calmness |
temerity | rashness, boldness |
truculent | fierce and cruel, aggressive, deadly, destructive |
unfeigned | sincere, real |
virulent | extremely poisonous, spiteful |
discrepancy | a difference, lack of aggrement |