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Vocab 7-9 Flashcards

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What is the definition of Contingent?

A

Subject to change.

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What part of speech is Contingent?

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adjective

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What is the definition of Abyss?

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A deep, dark bottomless pit or chasm.

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What part of speech is Abyss?

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noun

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What is the definition of Elude?

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To escape, either mentally or physically.

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What part of speech is Elude?

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verb

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What is the definition of Extravaganza?

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Any lavishly staged or spectacular entertainment.

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What part of speech is Extravaganza?

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noun

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What is the definition of Garrulous?

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Excessively talking in a rambling, usually about something trivial.

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What part of speech is Garrulous?

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adjective

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What is the definition of Incoherent?

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Without logical or meaningful connection; disjointed. Spoken in a confusing way.

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What part of speech is Incoherent?

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adjective

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What is the definition of Deficiency?

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Lack or shortage of something; not enough.

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What part of speech is Deficiency?

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noun

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What is the definition of Surmise?

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To think without strong evidence to confirm it; to guess or assume.

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What part of speech is Surmise?

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verb

17
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What is the definition of Subtle?

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Difficult to perceive or understand; not very noticeable.

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What part of speech is Subtle?

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adjective

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What is the definition of Aesthetic?

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Concerned with beauty & appreciating beauty and good taste.

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What part of speech is Aesthetic?

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adjective

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