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UNIT 6 VOCAB
SETS A+B
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| abashed | embarrassed, ashamed |
| aloof | distant, or remote |
| genial | sympathetically cheerful and cheering |
| flaunt | to display in a conceited way, show off |
| repercussion | an unpleasant consequence of an action |
| pseudonym | a fake name, especially one used by an author |
| resolute | set in purpose or opinion, not willing to change ones mine |
| purge | the act of removing someone or something |
| ostracize | to exclude from public or private favor |
| scapegoat | one that is blamed for the mistakes of others |
| rehabiliatate | to restore into good contidion |
| premonition | a strong feeling that something unpleasant is about to happen |
| instill | to introduce by gradual, to implant |
| bask | to expose oneself in pleasant warmth |
| retentive | being able to remember things easily |
| defect | an imperfection, flaw |
| finesse | to accomplish by using cleverness and skill |
| anguish | to suffer great pains |
| forthright | going straight to the point, direct |
| articulate | to speak clearly and effectively |