KD College Prep – Esoteric vocabulary for Jeffrey Wang – Unit 1
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limpid
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clear; transparent
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paucity
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(n.) an inadequate quantity, scarcity, dearth
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virile
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Having certain characteristics traditionally associated with masculinity, especially physical strength, vitality, and assertiveness.
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intransigent
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Refusing to compromise, irreconcilable
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nadir
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The lowest point; the bottom
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timorous
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Fearful, timid
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vice
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A bad habit, an inner readiness to accomplish moral evil
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oscillate
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(v.) to swing back and forth with a steady rhythm; to fluctuate or waver
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inquity
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Injustice; wrong or wicked action or situation
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inveigle
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influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
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tirade
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a speech of violent denunciation
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harangue
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a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion
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acrid
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strong and sharp
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admonish
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warn strongly; put on guard
