Vocabulary List #4

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err

Back

to make a mistake or be incorrect.

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inept

Back

generally incompetent and ineffectual.

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vanquish

Back

to come out better in a competition, race, or conflict.

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cynicism

Back

the feeling of distrust or that something isn't going to work out well.

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frivolous

Back

not serious in content or attitude or behavior.

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frugal

Back

economical in use or expenditure; prudently saving or sparing.

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meander

Back

to wander aimlessly or casually without urgent destination.

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ostentatious

Back

characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.

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palpable

Back

able to be touched or felt; clear to the mind or plain to see.

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acquiesce

Back

to accept something reluctantly but without protest.