Macbeth Act 2 Flashcards

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Suborn

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(Verb)
bribe or otherwise induce (someone) to commit an unlawful act such as perjury.
Synonyms: Bribe, incite, instigate.

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Combustion

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(Noun)
The process of burning something
Synonyms: Burning, igniting, ignition.

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Unruly

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(adjective)
disorderly and disruptive and not amenable to discipline or control.
Synonyms: Disorderly, rowdy, wild.

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Provoke

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(verb)
stimulate or give rise to (a reaction or emotion, typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone.
Synonyms: Arouse, produce, provoke

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Carouse

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(verb)
drink plentiful amounts of alcohol and enjoy oneself with others in a noisy, lively way.
Synonyms: romp, rave, party

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Equivocate

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(Verb)
use ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.
Synonyms: temporize, hesitate

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Multitudinous

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(adjective)
too numerous to be counted
Synonyms: numerous, many, abundant.

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Knell

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(Noun)
the sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral.
Synonyms: toll, chime, clang

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Palpable

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(Adjective)
able to be touched or felt.
Synonym: touchable, noticeable, detectable.

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Prate

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(Verb)
Talk stupidly for a long amount of time.
Synonym: Blab, chatter.

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