Lesson 14 Flashcards
1
Q
Adduce
A
to cite an example or means of proof in an argument
2
Q
confound
A
to mix up
3
Q
construe
A
to interpret
4
Q
conundrum
A
a self-contradictory problem; a dilemma
5
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cryptic
A
having hidden meaning
6
Q
equivocate
A
to use evasion language to mislead
7
Q
paradox
A
something with contradictory aspects
8
Q
patent
A
obvious; plain
9
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perspicacity
A
sharpness; acuteness of understanding
10
Q
rudimentary
A
elementary; basic
