English vocab test 2 Flashcards
1
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a collection of literary works chosen by the compiler.
A
Anthology
2
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Of considerable importance, size, or worth.
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Substantial
3
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Preventing the growth of disease-causing microorganisms.
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Antiseptic
4
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The final part of a narrative in which the strands of the plot are drawn together and matters are explained or resolved.
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Denouement
5
Q
Surrounding and having or holding within.
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Encompassing
6
Q
One who misleads by a false appearance or statement.
A
Deceiver
7
Q
To make (someone) so frightened that they are unable to move.
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Petrifying
8
Q
Envy (someone) the possession or enjoyment of (something).
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Begrudge
9
Q
A particular form of a language which is specific to a region or social group.
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Dialect
10
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A man who engages in numerous casual sexual affairs with women.
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Womaniser
