Ch 2 Vocabulary Flashcards

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brusque

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Abrupt, blunt, or offhand in speech or manner.

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dispassionate

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Not influenced by strong emotion, and so able to be rational and impartial.

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effervescent

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Lively and enthusiastic.

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indefatigable

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Persisting tirelessly.

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misanthrope

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A person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.

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morose

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Sullen or gloomy

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nonchalance

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The state of being casually calm and relaxed; lack of concern

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progeny

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A descendant or the descendants of a person, animal, or plant; offspring.

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stoic

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A person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.

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voracious

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Wanting or devouring great quantities of food; ravenous or greedy