Junior Vocabulary Flashcard Lesson 15

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gratuitous

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Uncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted. Example: A gratuitous comment can ruin an otherwise good conversation.

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gullible

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Easily persuaded to believe something; credulous. Example: Gullible investors may fall for scams.

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haphazard

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Lacking any obvious principle of organization; random. Example: A haphazard selection process can lead to poor outcomes.

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garbled

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Mixed up or distorted; unclear. Example: A garbled message can cause confusion in communication.

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hackneyed

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Lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal. Example: Hackneyed phrases can make writing dull.

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flag

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To become tired or less enthusiastic. Example: Students may flag during a long lecture.

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egregious

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Outstandingly bad; shocking. Example: An egregious error can have serious consequences.

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furtive

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Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt. Example: A furtive glance can indicate suspicion.

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garrulous

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Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters. Example: A garrulous person can dominate a conversation.

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concur

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To agree or have the same opinion. Example: Experts concur that practice improves performance.