Vocabulary Flashcards

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adroit

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Definition: (adj.) skillful, expert in the use of the hands or mind. Synonyms: clever, deft, slick, dexterous. Antonyms: clumsy, inept, all thumbs.

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amicable

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Definition: (adj.) peaceable, friendly. Synonyms: congenial, neighborly, cordial. Antonyms: hostile, antagonistic.

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averse

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Definition: (adj.) having a deep-seated distaste; opposed, unwilling. Synonyms: disinclined, loath. Antonyms: favorably disposed, eager, keen.

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belligerent

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Definition: (adj.) given to fighting, warlike; combative, aggressive; (n.) one at war, one engaged in war. Synonyms: (adj.) assertive, truculent, pugnacious. Antonyms: (adj.) peaceful, conciliatory, placid.

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benevolent

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Definition: (adj.) kindly, charitable. Synonyms: benign, well-meaning. Antonyms: malicious, spiteful.

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cursory

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Definition: (adj.) hasty, not thorough. Synonyms: quick, superficial, perfunctory. Antonyms: thorough, painstaking, careful.

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duplicity

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Definition: (n.) treachery, deceitfulness. Synonyms: double-dealing, chicanery. Antonyms: none.

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extol

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Definition: (v.) to praise extravagantly. Synonyms: glorify, applaud, acclaim, hail. Antonyms: criticize, belittle, disparage.

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feasible

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Definition: (adj.) possible, able to be done. Synonyms: workable, viable. Antonyms: unworkable, impractical.

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grimace

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Definition: (n.) a wry face, facial distortion; (v.) to make a wry face. Synonyms: (n.) pained expression, facial contortion. Antonyms: (n.) grin; (v.) beam.