Ch. 2 vocab Flashcards

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Instigate

A

To bring about by moving others to action; stir up.

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2
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Rudimentary

A

Fundamental; necessary to learn first.

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Resilient

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Able to recover quickly from harm, illness, or misfortune.

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4
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Collaborate

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To work together on a project; cooperate in an effort.

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5
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Zealot

A

A person totally devoted to a purpose or cause.

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6
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Squelch

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To silence or suppress; crush.

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7
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Venerate

A

To respect deeply; revere.

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8
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Despondent

A

Downhearted; hopeless; overwhelmed with sadness.

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9
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Retrospect

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Reviewing the past; considering past events.

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Scoff

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To make fun of; mock; refuse to take seriously.

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