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Lesson 16
lesson 16
Question | Answer |
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alleviate | to relieve or make more bearable |
antidote | a remedy that relieves the effects of a poison |
bedlam | a very confused and noisy scene or situaiton |
cajole | to urge with gentle and repeated requests; to coax |
glib | marked by an ease in speaking or writing that often shows lack of concern or sincerity |
haggard | having a tired look; worn out. |
immaculate | perfectly clean; spotless OR without a flaw; flawless |
incessant | going on without interruption; continual |
indulgent | inclined to give in easily; lenient |
loll | to sit back in a relaxed way; to sprawl |
pittance | a very small amount, especially of money |
pungent | having a sharp taste or smell |
rue | to feel regret or sorrow over |
strident | harsh and grating; loud and shrill |
vehement | expressing strong feeling; intense. |