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WordDefinition
Presumptuous Going Beyond what is right or proper; excessively forward
coax To persuade to try to persuade by pleading or flattery; cajole.
perturb To disturb greatly; make uneasy or anxious.
beseech To request earnestly; beg for.
pious Having or exhibiting religious reverence; earnestly compliant in the observance of religion; devout.
blaspheme to speak of (god or a sacred entity) in an an irreverent, impious manner.
consternation A state of paralyzing dismay.
pith The essential or central part; the heart or essence.
pomade A perfumed ointment, especially one use to groom the hair.
chiffon A fabric of sheer of silk or rayon.
veneer a thing surface layer,as of finely grained wood, glued to a base of inferior material.
bona fide Made or carried out in good faith; sincere.
vigilante one who takes or advocates the taking of law enforcement into one's own hands.
denomination a large group of religious congregations united under a common faith and name and organized under a single administrative and legal hierarchy.
exalted to raise in rank, character, or status; elevate.
bewildered to confuse or befuddle, especially with numerous conflicting situations, objects, or statements.
remnants something left over; a remainder.
apititude an inherent ability, as for learning; a talent.
saunter to walk at a leisurely pace; stroll.
muddled to mix confusedly;jumble
bolstered to support or prop up with a long narrow pillow or cushion.
contemptibles deserving of contempt despicable.
melancholy sadness or depression of the spirits; gloom:
lament to express grief for or about; mourn
loafing to pass time at leisure; idle
Created by: gianluca27
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