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blandishment |
(n.) that which is intended to coax or persuade, such as flattery, an allurement |
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deprecate |
(v.) to criticize or express disapproval of, to represent as of little value |
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discomfit |
(v.) to make uneasy by confusing or embarrassing a person |
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meteoric |
(adj.) coming into existence swiftly, suddenly , brightly, like a meteor |
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overbearing |
(adj) acting in an arrogant, domineering way |
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precocious |
(adj.) showing exceptionaly early developement of abilities |
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proffer |
(v.) to offer for acceptance or consideration |
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remonstrate |
(v.) to say in protest, to raise an objection |
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rift |
(n.) a split or crack, a break in friendly relations |
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solicitous |
(adj.) showing interest and care, unconcerned |
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succinct |
(adj.) expressed clearly and in few words, concise |
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sylvan |
(adj.) having to do with trees or wooded areas |
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trepidation |
(n.) apprehension, dread |
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untoward |
(adj.) not favorable, unlucky |
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virtuoso |
(n.) a person with great skill in some art, especially music (adj.) done with great skill and dash |
