Everyday Words Flashcards
1
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Outrage
A
extreme anger : a strong feeling of unhappiness because of something bad, hurtful, or morally wrong
2
Q
Resign
A
To give up a job formally
3
Q
Scandal
A
something that is shocking, upsetting, or unacceptable
4
Q
Quarry
A
Dig
5
Q
Subdue
A
To get control of (sth dangerous) using force, punishment, etc.
Ex: Subdue my fears
6
Q
Rectify
A
To correct (sth wrong )
7
Q
Plague
A
A decease that spreads quickly and kills many people.
8
Q
Ravage
A
To damage sth badly
Ex:the plague ravaged Europe.
9
Q
Appalling
A
Very bad in a way that causes fear, shock, or disgust
10
Q
Life expectancy
A
The average number of years a species can live.
Ex:life expectancy was low
11
Q
Pursue
A
To chase for
To continue
12
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Repute
A
The state of being favorably known, spoken of
13
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Put people off
A
to make (someone) upset or embarrassed
