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english vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |