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Match the following vocabulary words with their definitions:
Match the following vocabulary words with their definitions:
besmirch = to make dirty; to stain imperative = extremely holy sacrosanct = extremely necessary; vitally important sadistic = deriving pleasure from inflicting pain on others
Match the vocabulary words with their synonyms:
Match the vocabulary words with their synonyms:
demeanor = deportment facetious = jocular sacrosanct = divine sadistic = barbarous
Match the vocabulary words with their antonyms:
Match the vocabulary words with their antonyms:
facetious = solemn sadistic = humane besmirch = cleanse imperative = unnecessary
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Match the following vocabulary words with their definitions:
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Vocabulary Words and Definitions
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Celibate: Unmarried individuals who abstain from sexual intercourse, often for religious reasons. Example: Priests in certain religions take vows of celibacy.
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Fortuitous: Events that occur by chance, without deliberate intention.
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Besmirch: To damage or tarnish someone's reputation; synonymous with soil, sully, and smear. Antonym: cleanse. Example: Gossip can besmirch an individual's reputation.
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Imperative: Describes something that is extremely necessary or vitally important. Example: Immediate action may be imperative in urgent situations.
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Sacrosanct: Refers to something regarded as extremely holy or inviolable. Example: In investigations, no individual is considered too sacrosanct to escape scrutiny.
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Sadistic: A personality trait characterized by deriving pleasure from inflicting pain or suffering on others. Synonyms include barbarous and perverse. Antonyms include civilized and humane. Example: Sadistic behavior may involve tormenting others for enjoyment.
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Demeanor: The outward behavior or manner in which a person conducts themselves, which can often be misleading. Example: A shy demeanor can hide a more adventurous personality.
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Facetious: A light-hearted or joking attitude, often when discussing serious topics, which can become tiresome over time. Synonyms include joking and witty; antonyms include solemn and serious. Example: Facetious remarks may detract from meaningful conversations.
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