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Academic Vocab #2

20 Terms

TermDefinition
Divulge To make known.
Adulation Excessive admiration.
Alacrity A quick and cheerful readiness to do something.
Alleged Accused of having done something wrong.
Prodigal Carelessly and foolishly spending money, time, etc.
Comprise To be made up of, include or consist of.
Ephemeral Lasting a very short time.
Congregate To come together in a group or crowd.
Clemency Kind or merciful treatment of someone who could be given harsh punishment.
Mnemonic Assisting or intended to assist memory.
Lament To express sorrow.
Reprehensible The act of rebuking; regretting something.
Niche A job, or activity very suitable for someone.
Capricious Often changing suddenly in mood or behavior.
Pejorative Expressing contempt, or disappointment; disapproval.
Animosity A strong feeling of dislike or hatred.
Redoubtable Causing/deserving great fear or respect.
Ameliorate To make something better, less painful.
Truncate Shorten something by cutting off the top.
Trenchant Very strong, clear, and effective.
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