Voc. 8 Flashcards

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Awkward or clumsy; lacking in ability or competence

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Inept (en ept)

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2
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Having the ability to read and write

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Literate (LIT ur ut)

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3
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An early or original example upon which later examples are based.

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Prototype (pro toe TYPE)

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4
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To join or unite

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Splice (splice)

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5
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To go aboard some means of transportation; to set out on a venture

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Embark (im BARK)

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6
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A scene or condition of disorder or destruction; to walk or go awkwardly

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Shamble (SHAM bull)

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7
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One who pretends knowledge or skills that they do not possess

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Quack (quack)

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8
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Showing great enthusiasm or devotion to a goal

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Zeal (zeal)

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9
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To go after and bring back; to get as in a price

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Fetch (fetch)

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10
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Very numerous

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Abound (uh BOWNB)

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