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Unit 3/Woodward
Question | Answer |
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Anecdote | a short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person. |
Disdain | the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt. |
Ephemeral | lasting for a very short time. |
Intrepid | fearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect). |
Nonchalant | (of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm. |
Parched | dried out with heat. |
Precocious | (of a child) having developed certain abilities or proclivities at an earlier age than usual. |
Spurious | not being what it purports to be; false or fake. |
Tenacious | tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely. |
Venerable | accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character. |