Antigone English Flashcards

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Malefactor

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a person who commits a crime

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Liberator

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a persons who liberates (sets free) a person in imprisonment

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Suspicion

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a feeling or thought that something is possible, likely, or true

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Barricade

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an improvised barrier constructed across a street or thoroughfare(a road or path forming a route between two places) to prevent opposing forces

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Garnish

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obtrusively ( noticeable in an unwelcome area) bright and showy

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Diminish

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make or become less

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Edict

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a law

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Curtail

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reduce in extent or quantity: impose a restriction

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Presumption

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an idea that is taken to be true, and often used as the basis for other ideas

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Ostentatious

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characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice

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Parapet

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a low protective wall along the edge of a roof, bridge, or balcony

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Motivation

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the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way

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Foil

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prevent(something bad) from succeeding

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Conflict

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a serious disagreement or argument

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Anecdotal

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based on individuals experience or observations

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Logical

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uses reasoning and universal truths to prove or disprove theories

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Empirical

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info. that researchers generate to help uncover answers to questions that can home significant implications for our society