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english vocab
Term | Definition |
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conflageration | large destructive fire |
tangible | capable of being touched, real, concrete |
qulescent | inactive, at rest |
abjure | to renounce, repudiate under oath, to avoid, shun |
ruminate | meditate, think about in length |
platitude | common place, stale, trite, remark |
inveterate | firmly estimated, long lasting, habitual |
clandestine | secret, concealed, underhanded |
tacit | unspoken, silent, implied, inferred |
compunction | remorse, regret |
indelible | not able to be erased or removed, memorable |
acrid | harsh in taste or odor, sharp in manner or temper |
trechant | incisive, keen, forceful, effective, cutting, caustic, distinct, clear-cut |
august | majestic, inspiring, admiration and respect |
callous | emotionally hardened, unfeeling |
indulgent | yielding to the wishes or demands of others |
irrelevant | not to the point, not applicable or pertinet |
quell | subdue, put down forcefully |
nocturnal | of or occurring at night, under cover of darkness |
elated | high spirits, jubilant, extremely pleased |