Lesson 15 Flashcards
1
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analogous
A
similar or parallel in certain ways
2
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cleave
A
- to split with a sharp instrument
2. to cling together
3
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derogatory
A
rude
4
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distraught
A
extremely troubled, or worried
5
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exemplary
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worthy of imitation, setting a good example
6
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homogeneous
A
having or consisting of similar parts throughout
7
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inadvertent
A
accidental, unintentional
8
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muddle
A
to make confusing, or unclear; to bungle
9
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onomatopoeia
A
the use of a word that sounds like the action or object it denotes
10
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prowl
A
to move about stealthily, as though hunting or quietly searching
11
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raze
A
to destroy so as to make level with the ground
12
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stealthy
A
acting with silence, caution and secrecy
13
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throng
A
a crowded group of people or things
14
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Pompous
A
showing excessive self-esteem or vanity
15
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vex
A
to annoy or disturb
