Vocabulary 3 Flashcards

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Dilapidated

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In a state of disrepair or ruin due to age or neglect. Synonyms: Run-down, decayed, decrepit, ramshackle.

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Gorge

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To eat greedily and excessively OR a deep, narrow valley. Synonyms: Devour, feast, overindulge; canyon, ravine.

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Dismay

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A feeling of distress or disappointment. Synonyms: Shock, alarm, discouragement, consternation.

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Hysteria

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Uncontrollable emotion, especially fear or excitement. Synonyms: Panic, frenzy, delirium, agitation.

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Irascible

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Easily angered or prone to irritation. Synonyms: Irritable, short-tempered, cranky, testy.

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Quirk

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A peculiar trait or behavior. Synonyms: Oddity, peculiarity, eccentricity, mannerism.

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Ruckus

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A noisy disturbance or commotion. Synonyms: Uproar, chaos, fracas, commotion.

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Taint

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To contaminate or spoil something. Synonyms: Stain, blemish, infect, corrupt.

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Upkeep

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The process of maintaining something in good condition. Synonyms: Maintenance, care, preservation, repair.

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Decompose

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To break down or decay. Synonyms: Rot, decay, disintegrate, spoil.