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Semester II Exam
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Unobtrusive | Not inclined to intrude, to shove/push forward or call to notice without warrant or request |
| Affluent | Having an abundance of material goods; rich; wealthy |
| Arbitrary | Depending on choice or discretion rather than defined by law; based on opinion, preference or whim |
| Impervious | Not allowing entrance or passage; impenetrable; not capable of being affected or disturbed |
| Impeccable | Not capable of sinning or liable to sin; free from fault or blame; flawless |
| Junta | A small group, usually of military officers, ruling a country in the absence of a civilian government |
| Alchemy | Power or process of transforming something common into something precious |
| Dillettante | An admirer of the arts or knowledge merely superficially or as a pastime; dabbler |
| Ambiance | An environment or its distinct atmosphere; a feeling or mood associated with a place |
| Vignette | A small decorative design or picture at the beginning or end of a chapter; a brief word picture; sketch or short literary sketch (scene in a play, film etc.) |
| Nemesis | Unconquerable opponent or rival; ancient Greek goddess of divine retribution |
| Proboscis | Elongated, protrusion on the head of certain insects used for feeding |
| Ubiquitous | Existing or being everywhere, esp. at the same time; omnipresent |
| Indefatigable | Incapable of being tired out; tireless |
| Indigenous | Originating in or characteristic of a particular region; native; natural |
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