21-30 Flashcards by Bree O'Neal | Brainscape

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contend

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argue earnestly

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criterion

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standard used in judging: basis for comparison

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cryptic

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mysterious; hidden; secret meaning

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cursory

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perfunctory; casual

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definitive

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most complete; providing a final answer

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depict

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describe in words; show by using a picture

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derivative

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unoriginal; derived from another source; copied

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digression

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departure from the main subject; wandering off-topic

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discerning

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mentally quick and observant; having keen insight

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