7 Vocabulary Unit 1 Flashcards
1
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adjacent
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(adj) near, next to, adjoining
2
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alight
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(v) to get down from; (adj) lighted up
3
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barren
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(adj) not productive, bare
4
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disrupt
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(v) to break up, disturb
5
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dynasty
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(n) powerful family or group of rulers that maintains its position for a long time
6
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foretaste
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(n) advance indication or warning, preview
7
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germinate
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(v) begin to grow
8
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humdrum
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(adj) ordinary, dull, without variation
9
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hurtle
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(v) to rush violently, fling forcefully
10
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insinuate
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(v) to suggest slyly or indirectly
11
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interminable
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(adj) endless
12
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interrogate
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(v) to ask questions or to examine
13
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recompense
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(v) to pay back or give a reward; (n) payment for loss
14
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renovate
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(v) to repair or restore to good condition
15
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resume
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(n) a brief summary of work experience or qualifications
