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English Vocab 4 Syn.
English vocabulary unit 4 synonyms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| remiss | negligent, lax, slack |
| clemency | leniency, forbearance, gentleness |
| diffident | timid, bashful; unassertive, withdrawn |
| virulent | venomous, noxious, baneful, hateful |
| truculent | brutal, savage, belligerent, vitriolic |
| unfeigned | genuine, heartfelt |
| indomitable | unbeatable, invincible, unyielding |
| chivalrous | gallant, civil, valiant |
| temerity | recklessness, foolhardiness, effrontery |
| discrepancy | a disagreement, divergence,, inconsistency |
| embark | to commence, launch, begin; to board |
| pungent | sharp, spicy, piquant; caustic; racy |
| facile | easy, effortless, assured, poised, specious |
| infallible | unerring, certain |
| assent | to concur, agree, consent, accede |
| altruistic | selfless, rising above personal interests |
| dearth | an insufficiency, want, paucity |
| plod | to lumber, trudge |
| repose | sleep, tranquility, a respite |
| benefactor | one who helps others; a patron, humanitarian |