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English vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| mawkish | (adj) exaggeratedly or childishly emotional |
| sporadic | (adj) occurring occasional, randomly, or irregularly |
| demeanor | (noun) a person's behavior towards others |
| critique | (noun)carefully worded criticism or judgement |
| caucus | (noun) a political meeting |
| anthropomorphic | (adj) described or thought as having human traits |
| fructify | (adj) to make fruitful or productive |
| conciliate | (verb) to make friendly or less angry |
| emblazon | (verb) to decorate with a slogan,picture, or name |
| brandish | (verb) to shake or wave menancingly |
| grandiose | (adj) exaggerated; excessively grand or impressive |
| adjure | (verb) to urge or advice earnestly |
| proselytize | (verb) to recruit to a group, religion, or cause |
| ritzy | (adj) impressively fancy or stylish |
| effulgence | (noun) radiant splendor; shining brightly |
| umbrage | (noun) feeling offended by what someone said or done |
| languid | (adj) showing little strength,energy, or activity |
| assiduous | (adj) showing great care, attention to detail and effort;hardwokring |
| panache | (noun) flamboyance or quality of being in style or action |
| kerfuffle | (noun) disturbance or fuss |