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Lesson 16
lesson 16
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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. |