Vocab words 10 Flashcards

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Genesis

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The origin, creation, or beginning of something.

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2
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Novice

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A beginner or one who has no training or experience in a specific field.

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3
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Abstain

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To refrain from or to withhold oneself from participation in.

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4
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Abnegation

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A renunciation or surrender of a right, belief, idea, pleasure, etc.

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5
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Recant

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To withdraw or renounce publicly a statement or belief one has formerly held.

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6
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Breach

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A breaking or violating of a law, promise, or duty; or a breaking of friendly relations.

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7
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Obviate

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To make unnecessary or to prevent by effective measures.

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8
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Deter

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To discourage or prevent someone from action through fear or other unpleasant circumstances or consequences.

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9
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Debar

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To exclude, deprive or prohibit; or to prevent an action.

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10
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Rescind

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To annul, cancel, repeal, or make void.

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11
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Raze

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To destroy, demolish, or tear down completely.

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12
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Cessation

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A stopping, pausing, or discontinuance.

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13
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Oblivion

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Forgetfulness or unawareness; or the condition of being entirely forgotten.

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