stem words 8 Flashcards

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Synthetic

A

(of a substance) made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product.

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synchronize,

A

cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.

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3
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syndrome,

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a group of symptoms which consistently occur together

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4
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synonym

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a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase

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synopsis

A

a brief summary or general survey of something.

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syntax

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the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.

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7
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Sympathy

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feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else’s misfortune.

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8
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symbiosis

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a close, prolonged association between two or more different biological species

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symbol,

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something that stands for something else.

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symmetry

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the same size and shape on both sides

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symphony,

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an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements, at least one of which is traditionally in sonata form.

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12
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symposium

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a conference or meeting to discuss a particular subject.

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13
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Tricycle

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a vehicle similar to a bicycle, but having three wheels

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triangle,

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a shape with 3 sides

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15
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triceps

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three-headed muscle of the arm

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16
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triad

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a group or set of three connected people or things.

17
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trichotomy

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a division into three categories.

18
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triceratops

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a dinosaur

19
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trivia

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details, considerations, or pieces of information of little importance or value.

20
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trialogue

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a dialogue between three people.