4/20 Flashcards

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Nutrients

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a substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.

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Scapegoat

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a person who is blamed for the wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others, especially for reasons of expediency.

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Diabetes

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a disease in which the body’s ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired, resulting in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates and elevated levels of glucose in the blood and urine.

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Moderation

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the avoidance of excess or extremes, especially in one’s behavior or political opinions.

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Epidemic

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a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time.

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Derogatory

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showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

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Misogynistic

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strongly prejudiced against women.

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Prestigious

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inspiring respect and admiration; having high status.

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Lewd

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crude and offensive in a sexual way.

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Advocacy

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public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy.

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Deameaning

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causing someone to lose their dignity and the respect of others.

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Feminist

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a person who supports feminism.

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