English Vocab 8

complacement

adj. satisfied with a situation that should be changed or improved
placebo

n. something which has a positive mental effect, but not physical effect
placid

adj. calm, undisturbed
gratuitous

adj. unnecessary or unwanted
ingratiate

v. to gain another's favor by flattery or false friendliness
ingrate

n. one who is not properly thankful
docile

adj. easily taught
indoctrinate

v. to teach a certain point of view to
doctrine

n. that which is taught; body of beliefs or ideas
temper

v. to decrease the strength of
temperance

n. restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food
intemperate

adj. lacking moderation; severe or extreme
destitute

adj. poor
sycophant

n. a yes-man
motif

n. a recurring theme

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English Vocab 8

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