VOCAB AMERICAN DREAM Flashcards

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aspiration

A

hope or ambition to achieve something

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2
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circumscribed

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restrict something within limits

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3
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gratification

A

pleasure, especially when gained from satisfaction of a desire.

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4
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meritocracy

A

people of power selected based on their ability/skill.

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5
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nuance

A

subtle difference or distinction in meaning, feeling, sound, or appearance.

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6
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proverbial

A

well known.

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7
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tenet

A

principal or belief.

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8
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trepidation

A

feeling of fear and agitation about something that may happen (anxiety).

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9
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tumult

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confusion or disorder.

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10
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virtuous

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having or showing high moral standards.

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