qt.2 review column #1 Flashcards

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avert

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to try to avoid something

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abnormal

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something strange, weird, or not normal

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abstain

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to keep, or refrain, from doing something

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apathy

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showing a lack of concern

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atheist

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someone without a god; not believing in god

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anarchy

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without rules or laws

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anesthesia

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a medicine that removes your ability to feel anything

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anonymous

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without a name

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acronym

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a word resulting from taking the first letter of several other words

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acrobat

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someone who performs stunts high above the ground

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acrophobia

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fear of heights

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acropolis

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the high part of an ancient city

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altar

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a raised platform used for worship

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altimeter

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a tool used to measure heights

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altitude

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the measure of height above sea level

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ambidextrous

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able to use both hands equally

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ambivalent

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experiencing love and hate at the same time

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ambivert

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one who finds joy being alone or with a group