Human Acts Glossary

by Han Kang

Human Acts Glossary

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Aggrandize

Elevate, dignify

Bereft

Devoid of, lacking

Cajole

Seduce, lure

Didactic

Instructive, educational

Pellucid

Transparent, bright

Impecunious

Poor, penniless

Abscond

Flee, escape

Clamorous

Loud, noisy

Pejorative

Insulting, abusive

Embezzlement

Fraud, stealing

Emollient

Oil, lotion

Recalcitrant

Defiant, wilful

Hiatus

Break, pause

Opulent

Lavish, rich

Luminary

Master, notable

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