Wordly Wise #16 Study Guide
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Alleviate
To relieve or make more bearable.
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Antidote
A remedy that relieves the effects of a poison. Anything that offers relief from an undesirable condition.
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Bedlam
A very confused and noisy scene.
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Cajole
To urge with gentle and repeated requests; to coax.
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Glib
Marked by an ease in speaking or writing that often shows lack of concern or sincerity.
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Haggard
Having a tired look; worn out.
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Immaculate
Perfectly clean; spotless. Without a flaw; faultless.
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Incessant
Going on without interruption; continual.
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Indulge
To give in too easily to the wishes of. To yield to.
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Indulgent
Inclined to give in easily; lenient.
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Loll
To sit back in a relaxed way; to sprawl. To hang loosely; to droop.
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Pittance
A very small amount, especially of money.
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Pungent
Having a sharp taste or smell. Sharply critical; painfully direct.
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Rue
To feel regret or sorrow over.
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Strident
Harsh and grating; loud and shrill.
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Vehement
Expressing strong feeling; intense.