Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
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Incontrovertible
A
Impossible to deny or disprove.
Opp. Refutable
2
Q
Decimation
A
Destroying or killing a large part of the population
Opp. Construction
3
Q
Cynical
A
Doubtful if things will happen and distrustful of people.
Opp. Idealistic
4
Q
Bucolic
A
Related to country life.
Opp. Urban
5
Q
Proponent
A
A person who pleads for a cause.
Opp. Opponent
6
Q
Paramount
A
Having a superior power and influence.
Opp. Least
7
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Impropriety
A
An indecent or improper act.
Opp. Decency
8
Q
Vibrant
A
Vigorous and animated.
Opp. Dull
9
Q
Corrode
A
**To cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid. **
Opp. Restore
10
Q
Meld
A
To blend gradually
Opp. Seperate
11
Q
Intricate
A
Having many complexly arranged elements.
Opp. Simple
12
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Exasperate
A
To make very angry or impatient; annoy greatly.
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