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English Final Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| pernicious | having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way |
| lamentable | (of circumstances or conditions) deplorably bad or unsatisfactory |
| importune | harass (someone) persistently for or to do something |
| valiant | possessing or showing courage or determination |
| envious | feeling or showing envy |
| perverse | of a person or their actions) showing a deliberate and obstinate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable or unacceptable, often in spite of the consequences |
| spontaneously | as a result of sudden impulse and without premeditation |
| diminish | make or become less |
| substantial | of considerable importance, size, or worth |
| courteous | polite, respectful, or considerate in manner |
| confound | cause surprise or confusion in (someone), especially by acting against their expectations |
| condemn | express complete disapproval of |
| aloof | not friendly or forthcoming |
| detestable | deserving intense dislike |
| garish | obtrusively bright and showy |
| scrutiny | critical observation or examination |
| appertain | relate to; concern |
| palpable | (of feeling or atmosphere) so intense as to seem almost tangible |
| piteous | deserving pity |
| ambivalent | having mixed feelings or idea about someone or something |
| exacerbate | make (a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling) worse |
| obsolete | no longer produced or used |
| chastise | rebuke or reprimand severely |
| meticulously | in a way that shows great attention to detail; very thoroughly |
| disposition | a person's inherent qualities of mind and character |