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reverence
- noun
- a feeling of great respect, usually religious in nature
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resume
- noun
- a written summary of work, education, and accomplishments, usually compiled for purposes of getting a particular job.
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respite
- noun
- a temporary break, usually one that brings relief
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resources
- noun
- assets that are available for use, either material or spiritual
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residue
- noun
- the remainder of something after removal of a part; usually implies a small amount left, perhaps in a container, after the majority is removed
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reserve
- noun
- a fighting force kept uncommitted until the need arises
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reprobate
- noun
- a wicked, sinful, deproved person
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reprisal
- noun
- retaliation for real or perceived injuries; often implies giving back more than was originally received
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reprimand
- noun
- severe scolding or rebuke, usually from a superior to a subordinate
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replica
- noun
- an exact copy of facsimile of something, although it may only be proportionate and not the same size
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renown
- noun
- fame or wide acclaim, especially for accomplishments or skill
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rendezvous
- noun
- a meeting or location for a meeting
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renaissance/renascence
- noun
- a rebirth or revival; someone who is skilled in many different areas of learning
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remnant
- noun
- remaining or left-over part of something
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refuge
- noun
- a place to which one can go for protection or separation from difficulty
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rarity
- noun
- something that is infrequent or not commonly encountered
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repport
- noun
- a harmonious or mutually trusting relationship
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rampart
- noun
- a fortification; bulwark or defense against attack
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query
- noun
- a question or request for information
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quandary
- noun
- deep uncertainty or indecision about a choice between two or more courses or action; a dilemma
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qualm
- noun
- doubt or unease about some action or situation
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quagmire
- noun
- literally, a bog or swamp that impedes movement or in which people or vehicles could be stuck or mired; figuratively, a difficult or dangerous situation from which there is limited hope of escape
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pundit
- noun
- a knowledgeable person in a particular field; can also refer to a communicator who publicizes his opinions, whether or not he is actually an expert in that field
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pun
- noun
- a play on words that depends on two or more different meanings or sounds of the same word or phrase
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pseudonym
- noun
- an assumed name, usually a "pen name" taken by an author
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prowess
- noun
- strength or superior ability
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proviso
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- a requirement that something specific is done, usually in writing
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prospect
- noun
- possibility for the future
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prodigy
- noun
- an extremely talented or gifted child
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process
- noun
- a system or design for accomplishing a goal or objective
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probity
- noun
- integrity, uprightness, honesty
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priority
- noun
- something that comes before others in significance or importance
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pretext
- noun
- a reason given as a coverup for the real purpose for an action
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prestige
- noun
- respect or status achieved through achievement or rank
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premium
- noun
- best quality; can also refer to an amount added to the usual price or payment
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premise
- noun
- a statement or assumption from which a conclusion is drawn
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prelude
- noun
- something that is preliminary to some act or even that is more important
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preface
- noun
- introductory statement or passage to a book, speech or other communication
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predicament
- noun
- unpleasent problem or situation, usually one that is difficult to escape
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predecessor
- noun
- someone or something that came before another
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precedent
- noun
- event or law that serves as an example for later action
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posterity
- noun
- future descendents or generations
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populace
- noun
- the people living in a certain area; middle and lower class citezens
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poise
- noun
- calm and controlled behavior
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plight
- noun
- an unfavorable condition or situation
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plateau
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- an elevated, relatively level expanse of land; also can refer to a level-ing-off of progress of results
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pittance
- noun
- very small amount, usually referring to money
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pitfall
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- trap or obstacle for the unwary
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pilgimage
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- long journey to some place or condition worthy of respect or devotion
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physique
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- the build or physical condition of a human body
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phobia
- noun
- an unreasonable fear of something
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philanthropy
- noun
- love of mankind, usually exemplified by donations to charitable causes
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phenomenon
- noun
- an unusual, noticable or outstanding occurrence that is directly perceived by the senses or by results
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peer
- noun
- an equal in age, social standing, professional rank, or ability
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pedagogue
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- a strict, overly academic teacher or speaker
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paucity
- noun
- scurcity of a resource or condition
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pathology
- noun
- the science of diseases; any deviation from a normal, healthy condition
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pastime
- noun
- a way of spending leisure time
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partisan
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- one who supports a particular cause, person, or idea
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parsimony
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- stinginess or overzealous desire to be thrifty
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paradox
- noun
- a statement that contradicts or appears to contradict itself
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panorama
- noun
- an unobstructed view of a wide area
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panacea
- noun
- a cure for all problems or diseases
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overture
- noun
- first step, usually one that is intended to lead to others in action or discussion
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oversight
- noun
- an omission through error or carelesness; also can refer to situation where on person or group supervises the activities of another, usually lossely
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ovation
- noun
- applause of an audience, or any enthsiastically positive reception accompanied by applause
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optimum
- noun
- the best possible condition or combination of factors
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omen
- noun
- a sign or event believed to fortell the future
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odyssey
- noun
- a long journey, usually containing challenges or obstacles
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obscure
- noun
- unclear, clouded, partially hidden
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oblivion
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- a condition of complete ignorance; forgetfulness, or unawareness
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oasis
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- an isolated place or area of comfort surrounded by desolation or barrenness
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nostalgia
- noun
- desire to return to a past experience or situation
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niche
- noun
- literally, a recess in a wall for holding a statue or other ornament; figuratively, an appropriate activity or situation that is especially well suited to a person's abilities or character
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