| Term | Definition |
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Aphorism |
(n) A terse saying embodying a general truth, or astute observation. |
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Euphorid |
(n) A feeling of great happiness or wellbeing. |
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Juxtampose |
(v) To place side by side. |
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Proponent |
(n) One who argues in support of something; advocate. |
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Quixotic |
(adj) Idealistic or romantic without regard to practility. |
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Vicarious |
(adj) Felt or undergone as if one where taking part in the experiences and feelings of others. |
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Malign |
(v) To speak evil of; defame. |
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Anecdote |
(n) A short account of an interesting or humoris incident. |
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Dubious |
(adj) Fraught with uncertanty; undecided. |
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Contemptuous |
(adj) Manifesting of felling contemt; scornful. |
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Pariah |
(n) A social outcast. |
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Ostracize |
(v) To banish or exclude from a group. |
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Fledgling |
(n) A young bird who has recently aquired its flight feathers. |
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Apathy |
(n) Lack of interest or concern, especially in important matters. |
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Laggard |
(n) One that lags; straggler. |
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Heinous |
(adj) Grossly wicked or adominable. |
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Ambulatory |
(adj) Relating to or adapted for walking. |
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Raucous |
(adj) Rough sounding; harsh. |
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Churlish |
(adj) A rude, surly person. |
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Jostle |
(v) To come in rough contact with for advantage. |
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Banter |
(n) Good humored, playful conversation. |
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Facetious |
(adj) Playfully jocular, humorous. |
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Plausible |
(adj) Apparently true or likely. |
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Apparition |
(n) A ghost. |
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Impending |
(v) To be about to take place. |
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Trepidation |
(n) Dread, apprehension. |
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Vex |
(v) To annoy; bother. |