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12 AP List 6
Question | Answer |
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perjury | (n.) the voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath |
perspicuous | (adj.) plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
preposterous | (adj.) contrary to nature, reason, or common sense |
trepidation | (n.) uncertain agitation |
voluble | (adj.) characterized by ready or rapid speech |
admonish | (v.) to express warning or disapproval to especially in a gentle,earnest, or solicitous manner |
aplomb | (n.) complete and confident composure or self-assurance |
barrage | (n.) artillery fire laid on a line close to friendly troops to screen and protect them |
cognizant | (adj.) knowledgeable of something especially through personal experience |
collusion | (n.) secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
hegemony | (n.) the social, cultural, ideological, or economic influence exerted by a dominant group |
nebulous | (adj.) indistinct, vague |
paradigm | (n.) an outstandingly clear or typical example or archetype |
unctuous | (adj.) revealing or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |
urbane | (adj.) notably polite or polished in manner |