Unit 18 Flashcards

1
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attain

A

succeed in achieving (something that one desires and has worked for)

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2
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despondent

A

in low spirits from loss of hope or courage

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3
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industrious

A

diligent and hard-working

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4
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relinquish

A

voluntarily cease to keep or claim; give up

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5
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avid

A

having or showing keen interest in or enthusiasm for something

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6
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euphoric

A

characterized by or feeling intense excitement and happiness

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7
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potential

A

having or showing the capacity to become or develop into something in the future

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8
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vanquish

A

defeat thoroughly

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9
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contend

A

assert something as a position in an argument

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10
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gambol

A

run or jump about playfully

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