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BHS-3BVoc19
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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. |