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3rd- Vocabulary 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Motif | a dominant, recurrent and characterizing theme, pattern, or feature |
| Megalomania | a mental disorder causing delusions of grandeur or power; a tendency to grossly exaggerate |
| Lugubrious | excessively dismal; mournful |
| Infamous | famous for bad qualities; notorious |
| Impasse | a blockage or deadlock; situation or condition that stops progress |
| Idiosyncrasy | a personal peculiarity, habit or mannerism |
| Histrionic | relating to actors or acting; overly dramatic, theatrical |
| Cumbersome | clumsy or difficult to manage |
| Conflagration | a raging fire |
| Altruistic | showing concern for others; unselfish, benevolent |