Vocab - 3 Flashcards
1
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Acculturation
(n.)
*blender
A
- the modification of social patterns (characteristics) by contact between groups
2
Q
Adventitious
( adj. )
*oops
A
- result of chance, accidental not essential
3
Q
Ascribe
( v. )
π³
A
- to assign or refer , give credit
4
Q
Circuitous
( adj. )
π
A
- indirect, roundabout
5
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Commiserate
( v. )
π ~itβs ok
A
-empathize, pity , shared distress
6
Q
Enjoin
v.
A
- to prohibit
7
Q
Expedite
( v.)
π
A
- make easy , speed up progress
8
Q
Expiate
( v. )
π
A
- to amends
9
Q
Inadvertent
adj.
A
Unconsidered, accident, resulting from lack of attention
10
Q
Nominal
adj.
A
To small to be considered
11
Q
Noncommittal
adj.
A
Not definite / decisive
12
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Peculate
v.
A
Steal an item given with trust
13
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Proclivity
n.
A
Natural or habitual tendencies
14
Q
Sangfroid
( n.)
π
A
Composure ( especially in tough situations)
15
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Seditious
adj.
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Rebellious, overthrow