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BHS-3BVoc19
Term | Definition |
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abashed | ashamed or embarrassed; disconcerted. |
affinity | a natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc. |
allure | to attract or tempt by something flattering or desirable; to fascinate; charm. |
audacious | extremely bold or daring; recklessly brave; fearless; |
auspicious | promising success; fortunate; opportune; favorable; |
deference | respectful submission; courteous regard. |
demeanor | conduct; behavior; deportment. |
derogatory | disparaging; belittling; tending to lessen the reputation of a person or thing. |
efficacious | capable of having the desired result or effect; effective. |
epicure | a person who cultivates a refined taste, especially in food and wine; connoisseur. |
equestrian | the rider of a horse; things pertaining to the riding of a horse. |
flay | to strip off the skin as by whipping; a scathing remark. |
guise | general external appearance; semblance; style of clothing. |
immemorial | extending back beyond memory, record, or knowledge. |
imperious | domineering in a haughty manner; dictatorial; overbearing. |
integral | of, relating to, or belonging to a part of the whole; necessary to the completeness of the whole. |
oscillate | to swing or move to and fro, as a pendulum does; to vacillate between differing opinions, beliefs, conditions, etc. |
purported | reputed; claimed; alleged; |
relent | to become less severe; slacken; to soften in temper, feeling, or determination. |
syndicate | a group of individuals or organizations combined to making a joint effort to undertake some specific duty or carry out specific negotiations. |