Five Minute Words

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dissonance n. Discord.

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lever n. That which exerts, or through which one may exert great power.

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tarnish v. To lessen or destroy the luster of in any way.

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revert v. To return, or turn or look back, as toward a former position or the like.

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treasonable adj. Of the nature of betrayal, treachery, or breech of allegiance.

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metropolis n. A chief city, either the capital or the largest or most important city of a state.

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freethinker n. One who rejects authority or inspiration in religion.

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writhe v. To twist the body, face, or limbs or as in pain or distress.

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privilege n. A right or immunity not enjoyed by all, or that may be enjoyed only under special conditions.

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contingency n. Possibility of happening.

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contiguity n. Proximity.

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anachronism n. Anything occurring or existing out of its proper time.

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epizootic adj. Prevailing among animals.

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surrogate n. One who or that which is substituted for or appointed to act in place of another.

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regent n. One who is lawfully deputized to administer the government for the time being in the name of the ruler.

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inhibit v. To hold back or in.

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aspirant n. One who seeks earnestly, as for advancement, honors, place.

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coalition n. Combination in a body or mass.

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shiftless adj. Wanting in resource, energy, or executive ability.

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predicament n. A difficult, trying situation or plight.