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L Key Vocabulary List 1 Flashcards

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Predator

A

An animal or person that hunts or preys on others.

Sample Sentence: The lion is a powerful predator that rules the African savanna.

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Victim

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A person or animal harmed, injured, or killed as a result of a crime, accident, or other event or action.

Sample Sentence: The victim of the robbery was shaken but unharmed.

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Mimic

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To imitate or copy someone’s actions or speech, often in an exaggerated or humorous way.

Sample Sentence: The comedian could mimic many famous voices perfectly.

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Imitate

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To copy someone’s behavior, speech, or actions.

Sample Sentence: Children often imitate their parents as they learn to speak.

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Pretend

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To act as if something is true when it is not, or to engage in imaginative play.

Sample Sentence: The children pretended they were astronauts exploring space.

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Barter

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To trade goods or services without using money.

Sample Sentence: The villagers would often barter crops for handmade tools.

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Crucial

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Extremely important or necessary for success or survival.

Sample Sentence: It is crucial to study hard before a big exam.

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Fascinating

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Extremely interesting or captivating.

Sample Sentence: The museum’s exhibit on ancient Egypt was fascinating.

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Debris

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Scattered fragments or waste left after destruction.

Sample Sentence: After the storm, the streets were covered in debris from broken trees.

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Muddiness

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The quality or condition of being unclear or difficult to understand; the state of being muddy.

Sample Sentence: The muddiness of the water made it hard to see the bottom of the river.

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Lethal

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Capable of causing death or extremely harmful.

Sample Sentence: Some snakes have a lethal venom that can kill within minutes.

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Naïve

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Showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment; innocent and inexperienced.

Sample Sentence: The young girl was naïve to believe everything the stranger told her.

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Intelligent

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Having or showing the ability to learn, think, and understand quickly and easily.

Sample Sentence: Dolphins are considered to be one of the most intelligent animals on Earth.

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Innocent

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Not guilty of a crime or offense; pure and without wrongdoing.

Sample Sentence: The court declared that he was innocent of all charges.

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Devour

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To eat something quickly and eagerly.

Sample Sentence: After the long hike, they devoured the sandwiches in minutes.

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Harass

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To disturb, torment, or intimidate someone persistently.

Sample Sentence: The bully would harass the other kids during recess.

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Arid

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Extremely dry, especially referring to a climate or landscape.

Sample Sentence: The arid desert environment made it difficult for plants to grow.

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Obnoxious

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Extremely unpleasant or annoying.

Sample Sentence: His obnoxious behavior at the party made everyone uncomfortable.

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Serene

A

Calm, peaceful, and untroubled.

Sample Sentence: The serene lake reflected the mountains and sky perfectly.

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Implore

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To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.

Sample Sentence: The child implored his mother to let him stay up late.

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Insult

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To speak or act in a way that is disrespectful or offensive to someone.

Sample Sentence: He didn’t mean to insult her with his comment, but it came across as rude.

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Eerie

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Strange and frightening.

Sample Sentence: The eerie silence in the forest made her feel uneasy.

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Creepy

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Causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease.

Sample Sentence: The old, abandoned house had a creepy atmosphere.

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Obvious

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Easily perceived or understood; clear and apparent.

Sample Sentence: It was obvious that she was upset by the look on her face.

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Anxious

A

Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness.

Sample Sentence: She felt anxious before her job interview.

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Minute

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Extremely small in size or amount.

Sample Sentence: The microscope revealed minute details of the leaf’s structure.

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Deter

A

To discourage or prevent someone from doing something.

Sample Sentence: The high security system was designed to deter potential thieves.

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Prevent

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To stop something from happening or someone from doing something.

Sample Sentence: The new policy aims to prevent accidents in the workplace.

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Aluminum

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A lightweight, silvery metal used in various products, such as cans and aircraft parts.

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microscope

A

revealed minute details of the leaf’s structure.

Part of Speech: Verb

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Deter

A

To discourage or prevent someone from doing something.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sample Sentence: The high security system was designed to deter potential thieves.

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Prevent

A

To stop something from happening or someone from doing something.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sample Sentence: The new policy aims to prevent accidents in the workplace.

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Aluminum

A

A lightweight, silvery metal used in various products, such as cans and aircraft parts.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sample Sentence: Aluminum is often used in the construction of airplanes because it is light and strong.

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Vampire

A

A mythical creature that feeds on the blood of the living, often depicted in folklore and fiction.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sample Sentence: The legend of the vampire has inspired countless books and movies.

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Parasol

A

A lightweight umbrella used for protection from the sun.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sample Sentence: She carried a parasol to shield herself from the midday heat.

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Acme

A

The highest point or peak of something, especially success or achievement.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sample Sentence: The artist’s career reached its acme when she won the international award.

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Luster

A

A gentle sheen or soft glow, often referring to the shine of a surface.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sample Sentence: The diamond had a brilliant luster that caught everyone’s attention.

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