ENG 12 Vocab 1/14

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(n.) a statement that does not logically follow from or relate to what was previously said

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non sequitur

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(n.) division into two mutually exclusive groups

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dichotomy

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(n.) a foolish or silly person

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fop

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Peculiarity of constitution or temperament; individualizing characteristic.

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idiosyncrasy

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(v.) to diminish in function, ability, or quality: weaken or worsen

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impair

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(adj.) boiling, agitated; showing liveliness and enthusiasm

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ebullient

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(adj.) showing no concern for moral behavior

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amoral

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(adj.) marked by eager hopefulness; confidently optimistic; (n.) a moderate to strong red

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sanguine

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(adj.) lacking adult sophistication

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callow

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(v.) to utter curses; invoke evil

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imprecate