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Kelly 6 grade final
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Language - English
6th Grade
06/02/2009

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Furtively
Definition
done or acting in a stealthy manner
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Jubilant
Definition
"full of joyful exultation, rejoicing"
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Clamor
Definition
"a loud continuous and confused noise, a strong or loud demand"
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Frail
Definition
"physically weak, not robust"
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Tantalizing
Definition
exciting by presenting something desirable while keeping it out of reach
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Rigid
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"not changing shape or bending, stiff inflexible"
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Ravenously
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"greedily eager for food, extremely hungry"
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Apprehensive
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"anxious or fearful, uneasy"
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Ordeal
Definition
"a difficult or painful experience, especially one that severely tests a person"
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Pretense
Definition
a false appearance or action intended to deceive
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Vivid
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"perceived as bright and distinct, brilliant"
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Perpetual
Definition
lasting forever or for an indefinitely long time
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Toiled
Definition
" labored continuously, worked strenuously"
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Reverence
Definition
a feeling of profound awe and respect and often love
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Optimism
Definition
a tendency to take a hopeful view of a situation or to expect the best possible outcome
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Lament
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"to express grief for or about, mourn"
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Paradox
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"something (a statement, a person or thing) that contains or implies its own contradiction"
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Endeavor
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"an earnest effort toward an end, a serious attempt"
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Unkempt
Definition
"not neat and tidy, messy"
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Unrepentant
Definition
having or showing no remorse
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Fretting
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"to be uneasy, troubled or worried"
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Gloat
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"to feel or express great, often spiteful, pleasure"
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Remorse
Definition
bitter regret or guilt for having done something wrong
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Impetuous
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"characterized by rash or hasty actions, impulsive"
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Wistfully
Definition
full of unfulfilled longing or desire
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Impudence
Definition
showing contempt or disregard of others
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Crass
Definition
insensitive
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Guile
Definition
deceitful cunning
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Mirth
Definition
gladness as shown by or accompanied with laughter
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Obstinate
Definition
"clinging to an opinion, propose or course in spite of reason, arguments or persuasion"
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Vindictive
Definition
inclined to seek revenge
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Vehemently
Definition
marked by forceful energy
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Malicious
Definition
feeling of strong ill will
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Foreboding
Definition
omens or predictions of evil
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Contempt
Definition
the act of despising
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Comely
Definition
pleasing to look at
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Scrutiny
Definition
"a thorough study, inquiry or inspection"
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Callously
Definition
lacking in emotional response
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Irreverently
Definition
showing lack of respect
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Chicanery
Definition
artful trickery
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Wry
Definition
cleverly humorous
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Piously
Definition
having or showing reverence to God or something sacred
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Skeptical
Definition
"relating to, characteristic of, or marked by an attitude of doubt"
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Enigma
Definition
something hard to understand or explain
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Cynical
Definition
distrustful of human nature and motives
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Jaunty
Definition
sprightly in manner or appearance
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Aloof
Definition
removed or distant in interest or feeling
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Stoic
Definition
indifferent to pleasure or pain
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Abomination
Definition
something loathsome or hated
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Coherently
Definition
logically consistent
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Mockery
Definition
ridicule
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Turmoil
Definition
state of extreme confusion or agitation
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Jest
Definition
to act or speak playfully
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Contrived
Definition
planned or devised cleverly
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Fawned
Definition
to show affection or attempt to please
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Wrath
Definition
"violent anger, a punishment or vengeance, as for a sin or a crime"
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Perils
Definition
something that is dangerous or risky
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Atonement
Definition
"the act of atoning, making amends for wrong-doing"
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Wooing
Definition
seeking the affection of someone with intent of romance
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Gaunt
Definition
thin and bony emaciated
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Gratitude
Definition
"the state of being grateful, thankfulness"
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Insolent
Definition
"disrespectfully bold, rude"
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Jeer
Definition
a mocking or scoffing remark or shout
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Dismay
Definition
a sudden loss of courage or confidence in the face of danger or trouble
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Frankness
Definition
straightforwardness
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Solemnly
Definition
"deeply serious, almost sacredly so"
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Contempt
Definition
feeling that a person or thing is low or worthless
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Seething
Definition
violently agitated
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Elation
Definition
an intense feeling of happiness or joy
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Fracas
Definition
a disorderly uproar
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Stupor
Definition
"a state of reduced sensibility or consciousness, a daze"
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Trifle
Definition
something of little importance or value
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Affably
Definition
"pleasantly, in a friendly manner"
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Chagrined
Definition
"strong feeling of unease caused by disappointment, embarrassment or humiliation"
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Yearned
Definition
"having a strong, often melancholy, desire"
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Reverence
Definition
profound awe and respect
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Derision
Definition
"contemptuous or jeering laughter, ridicule"
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Abashed
Definition
"ashamed, embarrassed"
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Rash
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"too bold or hasty, reckless"
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Aghast
Definition
shocked or horrified
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Bewilderment
Definition
state of confusion
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Serenity
Definition
"state or quality of being, serene, calm or tranquil"
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Broodingly
Definition
"preoccupied with depressing, morbid, or painful memories or thoughts"
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Fetid
Definition
having an offensive odor
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Dominion
Definition
"rule, control, domination"
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Unfathomable
Definition
unthinkable
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Derisive
Definition
"contemptuous, mocking"
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Disconcerted
Definition
thrown into disorder or confusion
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Ferocity
Definition
savage fierceness
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Gaiety
Definition
state of being happy and cheerful
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Discernible
Definition
distinguishable
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Indignant
Definition
feeling characterized by a strong displeasure at something considered unjust
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Reprisal
Definition
retaliation
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Incredulous
Definition
"not believing, skeptical"
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Disdain
Definition
a feeling of contempt for anything regarded as unworthy
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Frivolous
Definition
carefree
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Wan
Definition
"unnatural or sickly pallor, lacking color"
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Transgression
Definition
"violation of a law, command, etc, sin"
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Transfixed
Definition
"made or held motionless with amazement, awe, terror, etc"
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Impoverished
Definition
deprived of strength or vitality
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Implore
Definition
to beg urgently
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Lunacy
Definition
"insanity, mental disorder"
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Plight
Definition
"an unfavorable or unfortunate condition, state of situation"
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Wizened
Definition
"withered, shriveled"
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Wayward
Definition
irregular
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Tumult
Definition
"violent and noisy commotion or disturbance of a crowd, uproar"
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Dire
Definition
causing great fear or suffering
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Besieged
Definition
"crowded in upon, surrounded"
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Sustenance
Definition
"means of sustaining life, nourishment"
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Trepidation
Definition
trembling fear
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Lamenting
Definition
"expressing grief for or about, mourning"
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Denounce
Definition
to condemn openly or publicly
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Sham
Definition
"something that is not what it purports to be, fraud or hoax"
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Revels
Definition
to take great pleasure or delight
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Mollify
Definition
"to soften in feeling or temper, pacify, appease"
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Beseech
Definition
to implore urgently
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Enraptured
Definition
delighted beyond measure
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Timorous
Definition
full of fear
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Din
Definition
noisy clamor
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Cacophony
Definition
a discordant and meaningless mixture of sounds
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Brazenly
Definition
boldly or shamelessly
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Aggrieved
Definition
wronged or offended
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Savory
Definition
agreeable in taste or smell
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Embolden
Definition
"to make bold or bolder, encourage"
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Succumb
Definition
"given in, yield"
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Assent
Definition
agreement
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Voracious
Definition
craving or consuming large amounts of food
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Rebuke
Definition
"to express sharp, stern disproval of"
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Unfettered
Definition
kept or set free from restrictions or bonds
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Righteous
Definition
"acting in an upright, noble way, virtuous"
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Obscure
Definition
"not clear or plain, vague or uncertain"
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Deemed
Definition
"to form or have an opinion, judged"
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Taciturn
Definition
"inclined to silence, reserved in speech"
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Infirmity
Definition
physical weakness or ailment
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Diabolical
Definition
"outrageously wicked, devilish"
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Estranged
Definition
"removed, kept at a distance"
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Inquisitive
Definition
"given to inquiry, research and questions, eager for knowledge"
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Affront
Definition
an offence to one’s dignity or self-respect
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Efface
Definition
"to wipe out, do away with"
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Valorous
Definition
"having valor, courageous, brave"
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Confound
Definition
"to perplex or amaze, confuse"
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Vehemently
Definition
impassioned
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Categorical
Definition
"without exceptions or conditions, absolute"
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Humility
Definition
"the quality or condition of being humble, modest opinion of one's self"
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Affable
Definition
showing warmth and friendliness
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Lucidity
Definition
free from obscurity and easy to understand
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Averred
Definition
"affirmed with confidence, declared in a positive way"
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Improvised
Definition
made or said without previous preparation
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Paltry
Definition
ridiculously or insultingly small
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Macabre
Definition
"gruesome and horrifying, ghastly, horrible"
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Vanquished
Definition
conquered or subdued by superior force
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Vigilance
Definition
watchfulness
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Complicity
Definition
"the state of being an accomplice, partnership"
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Calamity
Definition
a great misfortune or disaster
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Resolute
Definition
firmly resolved or determined
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Vainglorious
Definition
"characterized by or exhibiting excessive vanity, boastful"
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Morose
Definition
gloomily or sullenly ill-humored
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