American Dream Vocabulary Flashcards

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Aspiration

A

A hope or ambition of achieving something.

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Circumscribe

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Restrict something within limits.

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3
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Gratifiantion

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Pleasure, especially when gained from the the sat is faction of a desire.

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4
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Meritocracy

A

Government or the holding of power by people selected on the basis of their ability.

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5
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Nuance

A

A subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound.

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6
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Proverbial

A

Well known, especially so as to be stereotypical.

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7
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Tenet

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A pinciple of belief, especialy of religion or philosophy.

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8
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Trepidation

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A feeling of aviation or fear about something that may happen.

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9
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Tumult

A

Confusion or disorder.

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10
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Virtuous

A

Having or showing high moral standards.

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