Vocab Lesson 18 Flashcards

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aperture

A

An opening or hole.

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cache

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A hiding or storage place, especially for food or valuables.Anything hidden or stored in such a place.

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3
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combustible

A

Capable of catching fire or burning.

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4
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delegate

A

A person appointed to act on behalf of others; a representative. To assign or entrust to another.

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5
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inclement

A

Stormy. Harsh; not merciful.

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6
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indelible

A

Not able to be erased; permanent.

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7
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malady

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A sickness or unhealthy condition.

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8
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memoir

A

An account based on the author’s personal experiences.

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9
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paramount

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Most important; chief.

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10
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rectify

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To correct or adjust.

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11
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requisite

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Required; necessary. Something that is required or necessary.

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12
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squeamish

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Easily made to feel upset or sick to the stomach.

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13
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tract

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An area of land or water.A system of organs in the body that performs some function together.A pamphlet, often expressing religious or political ideas, that seeks to persuade.

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14
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tribulation

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Great trouble or suffering.

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15
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vignette

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A short sketch that provides a clear picture.

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