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behavioral, relating to how humans or animals act. Psychology
is considered a behavioral science because it concerns itself
with human actions and reactions. |
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benevolent, wishing or doing good. In old age, Carnegie
used his wealth for benevolent purposes, donating large sums to found
libraries and schools. |
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blithely, in a gay or cheerful manner. Much to everyone’s
surprise, the condemned man went blithely to the gallows, smiling broadly
at the crowd. |
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bombastic, inflated or pompous in style. Old-fashioned bombastic
political speeches don’t work on television, which demands a more
intimate style of communication. |
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buttress, something that supports or strengthens. The endorsement
of the American Medical Association is a powerful buttress for the
claims made about this new medicine. |
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