Frederick Douglass Flashcards
1
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abhorrence
A
disgust, hatred
2
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abolition
A
the end of slavery in US; complete destruction
3
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conjecture
A
inference based on incomplete evidence
4
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debase
A
to make lower in value or dignity
5
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eloquent
A
forceful or vivid speech or writing
6
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eminent
A
outstanding, of high rank
7
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immutable
A
unchangeable
8
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impudent
A
shamelessly bold, rude
9
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infernal
A
of or from Hell, hellish
10
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insurrection
A
a rising up against established authority
11
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intimate
A
to hint or imply
12
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manifest
A
to show plainly or reveal
13
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obdurate
A
hard-hearted, stubborn
14
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odious
A
hateful, offensive
15
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perdition
A
utter loss, complete financial ruin
16
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pernicious
A
causing injury, dangerous
17
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providence
A
the guidance of God, God
18
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sagacity
A
wisdom
19
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servile
A
like a servant
20
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turbid
A
dense or thick; confused, unclear
