Campbell Chapter 1 Flashcards

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array

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an impressive display or range of a particular type of thing.

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panoramic

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(of a view or picture) with a wide view surrounding the observer; sweeping.

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propel

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Drive, push, or cause to move in a particular direction, typically forward.

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intact

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not damaged or impaired in any way; complete.

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evoke

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bring or recall (a feeling, memory, or image) to the conscious mind.

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very

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actual; precise (used to emphasize the exact identity of someone or something).

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dire

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extremely serious or urgent.

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litter

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Trash, such as paper, cans, and bottles, that is left lying in an open or public place.

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deluge

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A severe flood.

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implication

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  1. The conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated.
  2. a likely consequence of something.
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refutes

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Prove (a statement or theory) to be wrong or false; disprove.

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Frankly

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In an open, honest, and direct manner.

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critter

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A living creature; an animal.

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retailer

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A person or business that sells goods to the public in relatively small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale.

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impulse

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A sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act.

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aspiration

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A hope or ambition of achieving something.

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indigenous

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Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.

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sagely

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In a profoundly wise manner.

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confer

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Grant or bestow (a title, degree, benefit, or right).

give out to

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address

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think about and begin to deal with (an issue or problem).

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prevail

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prove more powerful or superior.

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metaphor

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A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.

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tentative

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Not certain or fixed; provisional.

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on trial

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being tested for performance or suitability.

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extrapolate

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estimate or conclude (something) by extrapolating.

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prompt

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(of an event or fact) cause or bring about (an action or feeling).

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vet

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make a careful and critical examination of (something).