Vocab 9 Flashcards
1
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Diminution
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n- lessening; reduction in size
2
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Placate
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v- pacify; conciliate
3
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Innovation
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n- change; introduction of something new
4
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Heresy
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n- opinion contrary to popular belief.
5
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Incite
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v- to arouse to action
6
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Scrutinize
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v- examine closely and critically.
7
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Reticence
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n- reserve; inclination to silence
8
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Somber
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adj- gloomy; depressing
9
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Succinct
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adj- brief; compact
10
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Disparity
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n- difference; condition of inequality.
11
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Sanction
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v. approve; ratify