Vocabulary Flashcards

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Anomalous

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abnormal or irregular

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Aspersion

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a damaging statement

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Bizarre

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extremely strange

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Brusque

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blunt

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Cajole

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to coax or persuade

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Castigate

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to punish severely

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Contrive

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a plan with ingenuity

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Demagogue

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a political leader who seeks support by appealing to the desires and prejudices of ordinary people rather than by using rational argument

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Disabuse

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persuade (someone) that an idea or belief is mistaken

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Ennui

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a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement