Chasing Lincons Killer Prologue and Ch 1 Flashcards

1
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Fervently(adj)

A

Having or showing great warmth of intensity f spirit, feeling, enthusiasm, etc.

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Scourge(v)

A

To cause great trouble

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3
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Malice(n)

A

The intention or desire to do evil; ill will

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Adversary(n)

A

One’s opponent in a contest, dispute, or conflict

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5
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Inauguration(n)

A

A ceremony to mark the beginning of something

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Illuminate(v)

A

Lighten up or help draw attention to

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7
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Confederacy(n)

A

A group of people and 11 southern states that separated themselves from the north in the Civil War

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Tyrant(n)

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A cruel and oppressive ruler and they have total control over a country

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Proprietors(n)

A

The owner of a business or a holder of property

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10
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Partition(n)

A

The action or state of dividing or being divided into parts

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Precede(v)

A

Come before(something) in time

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12
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Provoked(v)

A

Simulate or give rise to (a reaction or emotion typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone

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