chapter 3.2 Flashcards
1
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refute
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to prove something false
2
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resolute
A
purposeful and dutiful
3
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rhetoric
A
the art of persuasion
4
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specious
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seemingly plausible, but actually incorrect
5
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speculation
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a guess based on meager evidence
6
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steadfast
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dutifully firm and unwavering
7
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strident
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annoyingly loud and harsh
8
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subjective
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based on personal feelings
9
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substantiate
A
provide evidence for
10
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tenuous
A
very weak or slight
11
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tirade
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a long angry and critical speech
12
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viable
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capable of working successfully
13
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vindicate
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to clear of blame or suspicion
14
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zealot
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a fanatic
