| Term | Definition |
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spectacles |
eyeglasses |
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conscience |
the ability to recognize right from wrong |
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vanity |
extreme pride in one’Äôs ability, possessions, or appearance |
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vexed |
annoyed or bothered by something |
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sagacity |
using wisdom or good judgment |
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lapels |
the front part of a garment (usually a coat) which is a continuation of the collar |
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diligence |
constant effort used to accomplish a task |
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roundabout |
not going about something in a direct manner |
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ambuscade |
a trap; a surprise attack |
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guile |
trickery; deceit; duplicity; lying |
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bona fide |
performed in good faith; genuine; authentic |
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subtle |
not blatant or obvious |
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deduce |
to derive a conclusion by reasoning |
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diffident |
lacking confidence in oneself; unsure |