Vocabulary Flashcard

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spurious

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Not genuine; false or fake. Example: The spurious claims in the advertisement misled many customers.

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mundane

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Lacking interest or excitement; dull. Example: His mundane daily routine made him feel unfulfilled.

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evanescent

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Quickly fading or disappearing. Example: The evanescent beauty of the sunset left everyone in awe.

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querulous

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Complaining in a petulant or whining manner. Example: Her querulous nature made it hard for others to enjoy their time.

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asylum

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Protection granted to someone in a foreign country due to political persecution. Example: He sought asylum after fleeing his home country.

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trivial

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Of little value or importance. Example: The trivial details of the story were not worth discussing.

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superfluous

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Unnecessary, especially through being more than enough. Example: The superfluous decorations made the room feel cluttered.

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hackneyed

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Lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal. Example: The hackneyed phrases in her speech failed to inspire the audience.

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inconsequential

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Not important or significant. Example: The inconsequential remarks did not affect the outcome of the meeting.

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florid

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Excessively intricate or elaborate; ornate. Example: The florid language in the novel made it difficult to read.