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| Of or pertaining to the school of philosophy founded by Zeno, who taught that people should be free from passion, unmoved by joy or grief, and submit without complaint to unavoidable necessity. |
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| Something that deserves or justifies a reward or commendation; a commendable quality, act, etc. |
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| To be enough or adequate,as for needs, purposes, etc. |
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| A material, as straw, rushes, leaves, or the like, used to cover roofs, grain stacks, etc. |
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| To reject with disdain; scorn. |
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| Doubtfulness or uncertainty of meaning or intention. |
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| Of or pertaining to government by an aristocracy-a governing body composed of those considered to be the best or most able people in the state. |
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| Incitement of discontent, or rebellion against a government. |
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| Causing or being a subject for grief or regret; lamentable-regrettable, unfortunate. |
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| To be worthwhile to, as for personal profit or advantage. |
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| To hold oneself back voluntarily, especially from something regarded as improper or unhealthy. |
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| To think unworthy of notice, response, etc. |
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| Offensive display of superiority or self-importance; overbearing pride. |
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| Excessive pride in one's appearance, qualities, abilities, achievements, etc.; character or quality of being vain; conceit. |
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| Radiance of beauty, excellence, merit, distinction, or glory. |
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| To overpower by superior force, overcome. |
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| An observance or requirement of polite society. |
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| Homage or adulation- respect or reverence paid or rendered. |
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| To obtain or get by care, effort, or the use of special means. |
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| Also called a tribune-a raised platform for the seats of magistrates, as in an ancient Roman basilica. |
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| (In the ancient Roman republic)one of a number of elected magistrates charged chiefly with the administration of civil justice and ranking next below a consul. |
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| A civil officer charged with the administration of the law. |
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| A person who takes part in a conspiracy- an evil, unlawful, treacherous, plan formulated in secret by two or more persons; plotter. |
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| Boldy courageous; brave; stout-hearted. |
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| Inordinately or wrongly desirous of wealth or possessions; greedy. |
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| Characterized by skillful tactics-a plan, procedure, or expedient for promoting a desired end or result or adroit maneuvering or procedure. |
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| A person who delivers an oration; a public speaker, especially one of great eloquence. |
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| A ruling or prevailing system. |
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