Paine Vocab Flashcards

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Consolation

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Comfort received after a loss or disappointment.

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Tyranny

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Cruel and oppressive government.

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Celestial

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Related to outer space.

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Impious

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Not showing respect.

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Ravage

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To cause severe damage.

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Relinquished

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To voluntarily give up.

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Pretense

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A false or ambitious claim.

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Dominion

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Control

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Eloquence

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Persuasive speaking or writing.

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Perseverance

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Steadfastness in doing something despite lack of motivation or success.

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