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TEST FOR NEXT WEEK Flashcards

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Subliminal

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Subconscious—

affecting someone’s mind without them being aware of it

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Propaganda

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Propaganda is the spreading of information to support a cause ; propaganda can be lies or truth

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Ambience

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The atmosphere of a place

“The relaxed ambience of the cocktail lounge is popular with guests”

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Bureaucracy

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A group of non elected government officials

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Eloquence

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Fluent or persuasive writing

‘James’ eloquence had a great effect on the masses”

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apathy

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Lack of interest or concern

“He was disappointed at the apathy Science was given in England”

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Monarchy

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A form of government with a king/queen at the head

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Penultimate

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Second last

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quell

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Put an end to something, typically by force

“Superman was called to quell the violent fight.”

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Flawed

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Having a weakness or imperfection

“He did not flawlessly complete that bike jump”

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Levity

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Treating a serious matter with humour or a lack of respect

“Trying to introduce a note of levity,his words failed to impress the audience”

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Ideal

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A favourable circumstance

“With India winning the semi finals,his gambling debut might go in a ideal position”

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Conspicious

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Clearly visible

“His arms were conspicuously strong

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Reprehensible

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deserving severe disapproval

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Solemn

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Formal and serious

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Perilous

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Full of danger and risk

“A perilous journey ahead”

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Frivolous

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Not having any serious value or purpose

A carefree person

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Contemptuous

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Showing a feeling that someone is worthless.

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Systematic

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Done according to a plan

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exacting

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making a great demand of someone’s skill,resources, attention

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Malice

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Desire to harm someone

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Spite

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desire to hurt someone

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UNWAVERING

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Still or steady

“She fixed him with an unwavering stare”

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Mundane

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Lacking interest or dull

“His mundane life seem to drone on forever”

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Nefarious

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Typically an act that is wicked or criminal

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Forsake

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Abandon or leave

“He won’t forsake his duty, Rachel said, agitated”

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Binge

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a period of excessive indulgence in an activity, especially eating, drinking, or taking drugs.

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Indulge

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Doing an action that is enjoyable
“Satisfaction”
“Indulgence in self pity”

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