VOCAB 49-60 Flashcards

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pristine adj.

A

in its original condition; unspoiled

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ingrained adj.

A

firmly fixed or established; difficult to change

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dither v.

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be indecisive

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queue n.

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line or sequence of people awaiting their turn to be attended or to proceed

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cog n.

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wheel or bar w/ a series of projections on its edge which transfers motion with another wheel or bar

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initiative n.

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the ability to assess and take charge before others do; independently

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homogenous adj.

A

having similar characteristics

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resonate v.

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produce or be filled with a deep, full, reverberating sound

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asexual adj.

A

experiencing no sexual feelings or desires

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cicada n.

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a large insect w/ transparent wings, found in warm countries

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en masse adv.

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in a group; all together

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inundate v.

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overwhelm someone w/ things or people to be dealt with

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