Vocabulary Flashcards

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great pain and suffering

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Anguish (n.)

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a steady increase in volume or force

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Crescendo (n.)

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greatly annoyed; out of patience

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Exasperated (adj.)

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very painful; agonizing

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Excruciating (adj.)

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a sudden, strong urge to do something

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Impulse (n.)

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essential; fundamental

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Integral (adj.)

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the possession of respect and admiration

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Prestige (n.)

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having an effect on events that occurred previously

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Retroactive (adj.)

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a warning or gentle scolding

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Admonition (n.)

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obvious; sticking out in its surroundings

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Conspicuous (adj.)