Weeks 7-8 Vocab in Context

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Evanescent

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Quickly fading or disappearing; transient.

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Feckless

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Lacking initiative or strength; ineffective.

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Hubris

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Excessive pride or self-confidence.

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Vindication

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The action of clearing someone of blame or suspicion.

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Tirade

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A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation.

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Xenophobia

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Dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.

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Incognito

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Having one's true identity concealed.

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Uctuous

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Excessively flattering or ingratiating.

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Facetious

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Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor.

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Transient

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Temporary; lasting only for a short time.