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adj.
satisfied with a situation that should be changed or improved
Example: Susanna saw that the children were becoming lazy and
complacent
, so she
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n.
something which has a positive mental effect, but no physical effect
Example: Good news on the political front is often a
placebo
for the stock market, even
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adj.
calm; undisturbed
Example: Tara's
placid
expression never seemed to register the chaos around her.
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yn.
undisturbed
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adj.
unnecessary or unwanted
Example: Movies today are often criticized for
gratuitous
violence.
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yn.
unessential
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v.
to gain another's favor by flattery or false friendliness
Example: Annie suspected that the student was trying to
ingratiate
himself with his
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n.
one who is not properly thankful
Example: When Arbor threw her birthday present in disappointment, she seemed a
spoiled little
ingrate
.
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adj.
easily taught; submissive to instruction
Example: Ruffles, who had previously been the most
docile
of the cats, suddenly started
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v.
to teach a certain point of view to
Example: The cult leader attempted to
indoctrinate
his new followers in the ways of his
teachings.
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yn.
instill
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n.
that which is taught; body of beliefs or ideas
Example: Followers of this political
doctrine
believe that war is the solution to most
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v.
to decrease the strength of
Example: Serita
tempers
her spicy stew with a little milk or yogurt.
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n.
restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food
Example: Jordan's
temperance
at the buffet table spared her the indigestion that I got.
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adj.
lacking moderation; severe or extreme
Example: In terms of climate, the Sahara desert and Antarctica are two of the most
intemperate
places in the world.
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