Unit 10 Flashcards

1
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incriminate

A

to reveal guilt or make someone appear guilty

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2
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re-crimination

A

an accusation made in reply, countercharge

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3
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culpable

A

deserving blame

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4
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culprit

A

One responsible for a crime

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5
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mea culpa

A

statement uttered to show personal responsibility for a wrong

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6
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Onus

A

burden or obligation

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7
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onerous

A

unpleasant and burdensome

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8
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exonerate

A

to prove not guilty

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9
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approbation

A

praise or approval

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10
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reprove

A

to scold or criticize

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11
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reprobate

A

is dishonest or immoral person, scoundrel

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12
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decriminalize

A

to do away with legal penalties for

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