Vocab Quiz #6 Flashcards

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Chasm

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a deep fissure in the earth, rock, or another surface.

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2
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Gentility

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social superiority as demonstrated by gentle manners, behavior, or appearances.

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3
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Archaic

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very old or old-fashioned.

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4
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Longevity

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long life.

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5
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Obsolete

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no longer produced or used; out of date.

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6
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Squalor

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the state of being extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect.

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7
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Juxtapose

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place or deal with close together for contrasting effect.

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8
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Crux

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the decisive or most important point at issue.

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Deduce

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arrive at (a fact or a conclusion) by reasoning; draw as a logical conclusion.

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10
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Fallible

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capable of making mistakes or being erroneous.

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