ap notes 41-44 Flashcards

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Adage

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a short, pointed and memorable saying based on facts, and is considered a veritable truth by the majority of truth.

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Pedantic

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someone who is concerned with precision, formalism, accuracy, minute details in order to make an arrogant and ostentatious show of learning.

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Flippant

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lacking proper respect or seriousness. Syn: smart-alek, wise, facetious

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Evocative

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the use of language that “suggests” meanings other than the denotative. Language that connects with emotions or feelings not associated with the actual meaning of a word.

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