Set 2 vocab Pride and Prejudice
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abound
exist in large numbers or amounts.
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simpleton
a foolish or gullible person.
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desponding
become dejected and lose confidence.
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solicitation
the act of asking for or trying to obtain something from someone.
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trifle
a thing of little value or importance.
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incredulous
(of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something.
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boisterous
(of a person, event, or behavior) noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy.
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indisposed
slightly unwell
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abhorrence
a feeling of repulsion; disgusted loathing.
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solemnity
the state or quality of being serious and dignified.
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thwart
prevent (someone) from accomplishing something.
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assert
state a fact or belief __confidently__ and __forcefully__.
behave or speak in a confident and forceful manner.
behave or speak in a confident and forceful manner.
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encumbrance
a burden or impediment.
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vindication
the action of clearing someone of blame or suspicion.
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fervent
having or displaying a passionate intensity
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benevolence
the quality of being well meaning; kindness.
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insolence
rude and __disrespectful__ behavior.
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duplicity
deceitfulness; double-dealing.
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alacrity
__brisk__ and __cheerful__ readiness.
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circumspect
wary and unwilling to take risks.
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conciliate
stop (someone) from being angry or discontented; placate; pacify.
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suppress
__forcibly__ put an end to.
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