Mr. Sdeek’s list Flashcards

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Propagating (adj.)

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multiply, spread out
Birds propagate to other areas around the world during migration.

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Crucial (adj.)

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something critical in the success and failure of something.
This is a crucial stage in the project, which we should take care of before finalizing the project.

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Renunciation (n.)

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the formal rejection of something, typically a belief, claim, or course of action
I had a very tempting offer from another company, which renunciation occurred from my side due to the new workspace being far from me.

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Indispensable (adj.)

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absolutely necessary
I always prefer to finish my indispensable tasks before my minor ones.

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Dissemination (n.)

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the action or fact of spreading something, especially information
Dissemination had occurred, which resulted in distrust between the other party, especially with sensitive materials and documents.

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Detrimental (adj.)

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tending to cause harm
Detrimental bulgers spread so much in London, which resulted in the highest crime rate ever recorded.

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Communication (n.)

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the imparting or exchanging of information by speaking or writing.
Communication may seem difficult between two parties when trying to close deals, so the translators
are the ones responsible for delivering information correctly.

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Tangential (adj,)

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relating to or along a tangent/diverging from a previous course or line; erratic/ minor, secondary
I have spent the tangential effort learning gymnastics, which resulted in not knowing a single trick.

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Interpretation (n.)

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the action of explaining the meaning of something
The employer wanted an interpretation of the decline in sales recently.

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Relevant (adj.)

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closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered
Writers must use relevant information to support their claim, so us, readers, can interpret the author’s main claim.

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Legislation

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laws, considered collectively; the process of making or enacting laws.
We should check for a legislation to start building the new story in our building.

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Diverse

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showing great deal in variety; very different
The zoo isn’t diverse anymore due to the extinction of some animals.

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Unrealized

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not achieved or created; not converted into money
Unrealized organizations are non-profitable; they only seek how will they benefit individuals.

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Enchanted

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placed under a spell; bewitched; filled with delight; charmed
The poet wrote some delightful and vivid piece of poetry, which was admired by enchanted audience.

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Protean

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tending or able to change frequently or easily; able to do many things; versatile.
Companies seek to hire protean employees because they can work in more than one field.

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Bedazzled

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greatly impress someone with outstanding abilities or striking appearance
The magician’s tricks bedazzled the audience.

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Eclectic

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deriving ideas, style or taste from a broad; diverse range of sources
Every team project needs an eclectic