Macbeth Act 2 Flashcards

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Prate

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Verb

Definition: speak about unimportant matters rapidly and incessantly

Synonyms: ramble, rant

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Palpable

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Adjective

Definition: Capable of being perceived

Synonyms: perceptible, noticeable

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Knell

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Noun

Definition: The sound of a bell rung slowly to announce a death

Synonyms: toll, resounding

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Multitudinous

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Adjective

Definition: Too numerous to be counted

Synonyms: numerous, abundant

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Equivocate

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Verb

Definition: To use ambiguous or unclear expressions, usually to mislead someone

Synonyms: dodge, fib

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Carouse

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Verb

Definition: to act drunk

Synonyms: imbibe, drink

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Provoke

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Verb

Definition: To anger someone

Synonyms: aggravate, engage

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Unruly

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Adjective

Definition: Going against the rules

Synonyms: Aggravate, lawless

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Combustion

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Noun

Definition: the act of burning

Synonyms: ignition, agitation

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Suborn

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Verb

Definition: to bribe or induce someone unlawfully or secretly to perform a bad action.

Synonyms: incite, instigate

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