unit 3 Flashcards

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1
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to attack strongly in words; to talk or write bitterly against

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inveigh

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2
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to draw a conclusion

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surmise

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3
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the end of existence; death

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demise

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4
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to make less or weaker; to forgive or pardon

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remit

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5
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standing for another thing

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emblematic

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6
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of or like a devil; very wicked or cruel

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diabolical

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7
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an exaggeration for effect

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hyperbole

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8
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happening in parts or segments

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episodic

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9
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orderly and regular

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methodical

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10
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a council, especially of churches or church officials

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synod

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strongly emotional; fierce and passionate

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vehement

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