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WW 13
Term | Definition |
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Blandishment | That which is intended to coax or persuade Flattery, Allurement |
Deprecate | To criticize or express disapproval of To represent as of little value |
Discomfit | To make uneasy by confusing or embarrassing a person |
Meteoric | Coming into existence swiftly, suddenly, brightly, like a meteor |
Overbearing | Acting in an arrogant, domineering way |
Precocious | Showing exceptionally early development of abilities |
Proffer | To offer for acceptance or consideration To offer |
Remonstrate | To say in protest To raise an objection |
Rift | A split or crack A break in friendly relations |
Solicitous | Showing interest and care Concern |
Succinct | Expressed clearly and in few words Concise |
Sylvan | Having to do with trees or wooded areas |
Trepidation | Apprehension/ Dread |
Untoward | Not favorable Unlucky |
Virtuoso | A person with great skill in some art, especially music Done with great skill and dash |