1st Set Flashcards

1
Q

Dearth

A

Lack something.

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2
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Scandalize

A

Shock by violation of propriety.

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3
Q

Apparatus

A

Instrument/device.

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4
Q

Prolific

A

Abundant.

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5
Q

Detour

A

Diversion.

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6
Q

Skew

A

Change direction or crooked.

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7
Q

Research

A

Investigate info to make facts and conclusions.

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8
Q

Fragment

A

Broken off or small pieces.

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9
Q

Thwart

A

Prevent success.

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10
Q

Temper

A

Adjust.

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11
Q

Leery

A

Cautiously suspicious.

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12
Q

Counter-Intuitive

A

Contradicting common sense expectation and true.

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13
Q

Frivolous

A

Senseless and carefree.

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14
Q

Hyperbole

A

Exaggerated statements.

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