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Cards Term Notorious Definition well-known for a bad quality Hitler was a notorious dictator. Term Consummate Definition highly skilled The consummate liar was never caught. Term Incorrigible Definition beyond reform He became incorrigible when he killed again. Term Solicitous Definition concerned The solicitous mother worried for her sick child. Term Idyllic Definition excellent Her idyllic vacation ended too soon. Term Inveterate Definition habitual The inveterate gambler lost all his money. Term Egregious Definition outstandingly bad or vicious The egregious liar wanted to hurt people. Term Congenital Definition happening at or during birth The congenital defect was caused by lack of oxygen. Term Chronic Definition occurring again and again The chronic liar could not stop. Term Pathological Definition diseased The pathological man heard voices in his head. Term Unconscionable Definition without a conscience The unconscionable man did not feel guilt. Term Glib Definition smooth, suspiciously fluent The man was too glib to be believable. Term Benevolent Definition Kind The benevolent girl wants to help others. Term Cynical Definition Pessimist; believes people are selfish The cynical man is a pessimist. Term Enmity Definition Mutual hatred The two enemies have enmity toward each other. Term Elaborate Definition Thoroughly detailed; to express in great detail The elaborate plan took much time to construct. She needed to elaborate because no one understood. Term Eminent Definition Stands out above the others The eminent athletes were better than the others. Term Cryptic Definition unclear I did not understand the cryptic code. Term Maxim Definition A short saying The maxim is the state motto. Term Tractable Definition Easily managed; tame The tractable dog is well-trained. Term Impromptu Definition Unplanned They threw an impromptu party after their victory. Term Posthumously Definition Occurring after death He received the Purple Heart posthumously after the war. Term Blithe Definition Cheerful The blithe child smiled Term Sordid Definition Very dirty The sordid boy is dirty and dishonest. Term Articulate Definition To speak or write clearly; to explain in detail Could you articulate your confusing explanation? A translator must be articulate to prevent conflict. Term Becoming Definition attractive The becoming dress matched her eyes. Term Chic Definition Stylish She bought her chic new dress in a trendy boutique. Term Debonair Definition sophisticated in a lively, gracious manner The debonair guest is well mannered and well dressed. Term Disheveled Definition messy His disheveled hair had not been brushed. Term Dowdy Definition shabby His dowdy shirt is from the 60’s. Term Drab Definition faded and dull in appearance; uninteresting The drab sweater is boring in color. Term Garb Definition clothing, especially for a particular job or occasion Her wedding garb is a fancy white dress. Term Rumpled Definition wrinkled The rumpled shirt had not been ironed. Term Unsightly Definition unattractive The unsightly sweater is ill-fitted and unattractive. Term Veneer Definition an appearance that gives a favorable, though false, impression. Her sadness was covered by cheerful veneer. Term Malice Definition deliberate ill will; intent to do injury or harm The mean student felt malice toward her enemy. Term Malaise Definition vague feeling of illness, discomfort, or uneasiness I felt malaise when I had the flu. Term Malady Definition disease or illness of the body Cancer is a malady fewer people die from nowadays. Term Malinger Definition pretend illness to avoid work You can only malinger for a few tests before you arouse suspicion. Term Dismal Definition causing depression, misery, or gloom He was disappointed with the dismal grade. Term Malfeasance Definition wrong-doing by a public official The judge committed malfeasance when he accepted a bribe. Term Malefic Definition having an evil, harmful, or disastrous influence The malefic bully had all his friends bullying too. Term Malicious Definition showing strong ill will She spread a malicious rumor about her former friend. Term Malign Definition speak ill of She intended to malign her enemy’s character. Term Dissipate Definition disperse Term Tangible Definition real Term Marsupial Definition mammal that carries its young in a pouch Term Disintegrate Definition to rot Term Recalcitrant Definition does not like authority Term Opaque Definition light can not shine through Term Lumbering Definition to walk heavily Term Permeate Definition to pass through Term Vehemence Definition intensity Term Civilization Definition a type of organized society Term Pantomime Definition to communicate without words Term Primitive Definition at an early stage of civilization Term Aboriginal Definition an original person from a specific area Term Meander Definition to wander aimlessly in a nonlinear direction Term Apathetic Definition uninterested The apathetic audience lost interest in the bad show.