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11 Cards in this Set
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idiosyncrasy
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a peculiarity that serves to distinguish or identify
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ignominy
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shame and disgrace
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malediction
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a curse; expression of hatred or condemnation
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mundane
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earthly, worldy, relating ot practical and material affairs; concerned with what is ordinary
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nuance
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a subtle or slight variation (as in color, meaning, quality) delicate gradation or shade of difference
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overweening
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conceited, presumptuous, excessive, immoderate
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penchant
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a strong attraction or inclination
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reputed
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according to reputation or general belief; having widespread acceptance and good reputation
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sophistry
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reasoning that seems plausible but is actually unsound; a fallacy
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sumptuous
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costly, rich, magnificent
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ubiquitous
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present or existing everywhere
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