American Literature I Lesson 7 Flashcards

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Abrasive

A

Harsh; Rough

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2
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Abound

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To exist in great quantities or numbers

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3
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Abscond

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To leave quickly and secretly and hide oneself

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4
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Abhor

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To detest thoroughly

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5
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Abstemious

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Sparing or moderate, especially in eating and drinking

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6
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Discreet

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Showing tact, respect, and restraint in speech or behavior

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7
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Ascertain

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To find out something for certain

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8
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Discern

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To perceive; to detect differences

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9
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Infraction

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A violation, especially of a law

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10
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Infringe

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To go beyond set limits (used with or or upon)

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11
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Suffrage

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The right to vote, or a vote itself

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