Vocabulary Flashcards

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Abruptly (adverb)

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Suddenly and unexpectedly

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Resemblance (noun)

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A way in which two or more things are alike.

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Aimlessly (adverb)

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Without purpose or direction

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Divert (verb)

Back

Cause (someone or something) to change course or turn from one direction to another.

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Scarce (adjective)

Back

Occurring in small numbers or quantities; rare

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Radiates (verb)

Back

Clearly emanate (a strong feeling or quality) through their expression or bearing

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Bleak (adjective)

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Not hopeful or encouraging; unlikely to have a favorable outcome.

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Drawled (verb)

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Speak in a slow, lazy way with prolonged vowel sounds.

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Brawn (noun)

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Physical strength in contrast to intelligence.

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Aghast (adjective)

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Filled with horror or shock.