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- Definitions - Set A

Unit 5

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Definitions - Set A
 
altruistic (adj.) unselfish, concerned with the welfare of others

benefactor (n.) one who does good to others

dearth (n.) a lack, scarcity, inadequate supply; a famine

embark (v.) to go aboard; to make a start; to invest

facile (adj.) easily done or attained; superficial; ready, fluent; easily

shown but not sincerely felt

infallible (adj.) free from error; absolutely dependable

pungent (adj.) causing a sharp sensation; stinging, biting

repose (v.) to rest; lie; place; (n.) relaxation, peace of mind, calmness

truculent (adj.) fierce and cruel; aggressive; deadly, destructive;

scathingly harsh

unfeigned (adj.) sincere, real, without pretense

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