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10/17/2011

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translucence
Definition
permitting light to pass through but diffusing it so that persons, objects, etc., on the opposite side are not clearly visible
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peripheral
Definition
pertaining to, situated in, or constituting the periphery: peripheral resistance on the outskirts of the battle area
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agony
Definition
extreme and generally prolonged pain
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sensation
Definition
the operation or function of the senses
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prone
Definition
having a natural inclination or tendency to something
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giddy
Definition
affected with vertigo
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sobriety
Definition
the state or quality of being sober
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lugubrious
Definition
mournful, dismal, or gloomy,
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hilarity
Definition
cheerfulness; merriment; mirthfulness.
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gaudy
Definition
brilliantly or excessively showy
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hysteria
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an uncontrollable outburst of emotion or fear, often characterized by irrationality, laughter, weeping, etc
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frenetic
Definition
frantic; frenzied.
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deprecatory
Definition
of the nature of or expressing disapproval, protest, or depreciation.
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flaunt
Definition
to parade or display oneself conspicuously, defiantly, or boldly.
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disdain
Definition
to look upon or treat with contempt
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satiric
Definition
of, pertaining to, containing, or characterized by satire: satirical novels.
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levity
Definition
lightness of mind, character, or behavior; lack of appropriate seriousness or earnestness
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abundance
Definition
an extremely plentiful or oversufficient quantity or supply: an abundance of grain.
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contemplative
Definition
given to or characterized by contemplation: a contemplative mind.
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relevant
Definition
bearing upon or connected with the matter in hand; pertinent: a relevant remark.
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Astute
Definition
of keen penetration or decernment; sagacious; an astute analysis.
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arid
Definition
dry
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audacious
Definition
extremely bold or daring recklessly; brave; fearless; an adudacious exporer
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audible
Definition
able to be heard
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avarice
Definition
extreme greed
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austere
Definition
severe in manner
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assail
Definition
attack with words
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ascetic
Definition
self-denying
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assuage
Definition
soothe relieve
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archetypal
Definition
most typical
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