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define imprudent

reckless, uncaring of consequences

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define assuaged

to soothe

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define piety

the quality of being religious or reverent

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define tasature

reserved or shy

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define dictum

a formal pronouncement from an authoritative source

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define repotoir

a stock of plays, dances, or pieces that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform

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define predilection

A preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something

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define domicile

A place of habitual residence

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define unsullied

not spoiled or made impure

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define foray

a sudden attack or incursion into enemy territory, especially to obtain something; a raid

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define contemptuous

showing contempt; scornful

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define contentious

causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial

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define disapprobation

strong disapproval

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define discernible

able to be discerned; perceptive

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define amiable

friendly

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define auspicious

favorable; fortunate; likely to have a good result

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define arbitrated

(of an independent person or body) reach an authoritative judgment or settlement

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define tacit

understood or implied without being stated

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define magisterial

having or showing great authority

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define benevolent

well-meaning and kindly

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define placidly

Pleasantly calm or peaceful; unruffled; tranquil; serenely or undisturbed

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define asinine

extremely stupid or foolish

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define edification

intellectual, moral, and spiritual improvement

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define malignant

(of a disease) very virulent or infectious

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define aberration

something that differs from the norm

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define formidable

Inspire fear or respect by being impressive, powerful, capable

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define vetted

To make a careful and critical examination in order to ensure suitability

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define prerogative

A special right or privilege because of rank or position

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define myopic

Short-sighted outlook which lacks imagination, foresight, or intellectual insight

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define ecclesiastical

Anything associated with a Christian church

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define pensive

A dreamy or wistful thoughtfulness marked by sadness or longing

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define futility

useless

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define elucidate

To explain and make more clear

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define litigants

Someone who is part of a lawsuit and uses the services of an attorney

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define succinct

clearly expressed

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define venerable

A title given to something or someone who holds a degree of sanctity

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define varmints

A troublesome wild animal

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define obrtusive

Noticeable and unwelcome

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define acquiescence

Reluctantly accept or give in

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define uncouth

Lacking manners or refinement

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define acrimonious

to caustic or bitter

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define encumbered

To be restricted by a belief, debt, guilt, etc. Anything that holds you back and inhibits your freedom

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define mollify

To appease someone's anger or anxiety

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define entailment

Having to do with ESTATE law and taxes. (A situation in which the owner has limited power over his own property)

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define obliquely

Not in a direct way

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define aggregation

The formation of a number of things

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define champertous connivance

A secret illegal bargain where only one part is to assist the other in the lawsuit and share the proceeds

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define volition

the faculty or power of using one's will

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define iota

an extremely small amount

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define corroborative

verifying and being supportive; furnishing support or assistance

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define expunge

erase or remove completely

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define aridity

having to do with water vapor/dryness

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define impudent

not showing due respect for another person

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define temerity

excessive confidence or boldness; audacity

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define unmitigated

often describing something bad or unsuccessful that has no good or positive points

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define roused

awakened, stirred or excited

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define cynical

a pessimistic or sneering attitude

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define condescend

having or showing a feeling of patronizing superiority

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define erratic

not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable

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define procured

obtain (something), especially with care or effort

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define candid

truthful and straightforward; frank

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define vehement

in a forceful, passionate, or intense manner; with great feeling

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define inconspicuous

not clearly visible or attracting attention; not conspicuous

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define inordinate

unusually or disproportionately large; excessive

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define indignant

feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment

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define speculate

form a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence

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define evasion

the action of evading something

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