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Vocabulary #5
Term | Definition |
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altruistic | concerned with the welfare of others |
assent | to express agreement |
benefactor | one who does good for others |
chivalrous | marked by honor, courtesy, and courage |
clemency | mercy |
dearth | an inadequate supply |
diffident | lacking self confidence |
discrepancy | a lack of agreement |
embark | to make a start |
facile | easily done |
indomitable | refusing to yield |
infallible | free from error |
plod | to walk heavily or slowly |
pungent | causing a sharp sensation |
remiss | neglectful in performance of one's duty |
repose | peace of mind |
temerity | boldness |
truculent | aggressive; destructive |
unfeigned | sincere |
virulent | extremely poisonous; full of malice |