Midterm Voacb Flashcards

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What is diction?

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Diction is vocal expression; the style of pronouncing words in speaking or singing.

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What does din mean?

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Din refers to a loud, unpleasant, and prolonged noise.

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What is the meaning of genial?

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Genial means friendly and cheerful.

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What does it mean to feign?

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To feign is to pretend to be affected by a feeling, state, or injury.

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What does formidable mean?

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Formidable means causing fear, apprehension, or dread; intimidating.

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What is the definition of incredulous?

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Incredulous means showing strong disbelief.

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What does melancholy refer to?

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Melancholy is a gloomy state of mind.

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What is a plight?

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A plight is an unfavorable or unfortunate situation.

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What is a rapier?

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A rapier is a long, heavy sword.

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What does tenacious mean?

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Tenacious means persistent or stubborn.

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