7-8 Voc Flashcards

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Factotum

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An assistant who does a variety of jobs

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Facsimile

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A copy or imitation

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Facile

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Too Simplistic or easy

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Expound

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To explain or discuss in detail

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Proponent

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One who argues in favor of; supporter

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Infrastructure

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The basic framework of a building or system

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Construe

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To interpret or analyze something in a particular way

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Constructive

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Having a positive effect; helpful

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Destitute

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Having no money; poor

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Restitution

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Payment for an injury; compensation

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Stature

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Level of achievement or authority; standing

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Proficient

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Skilled at; highly knowledgeable

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Complacent

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Satisfied with a situation that should be changed or improved

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Placebo

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Something which has a positive mental effect, but no physical effect

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Placid

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Calm; undisturbed

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Gratuitous

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Unnecessary or unwanted

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Ingratiate

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To gain another’s favor by flattery or false-friendliness

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Ingrate

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One who is not properly thankful

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Docile

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Easily taught; submissive to instruction

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Indoctrinate

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To teach a certain point of view to

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Doctrine

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That which is taught; body of beliefs or ideas

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Temper

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To decrease the strength of

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Temperance

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Restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food

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Intemperate

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Lacking moderation; severe or extreme