Vocabulary II Flashcards

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a characteristic, habit, mannerism, or the like, that is peculiar to an individual. (an odd habit)

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Idiosyncrasy

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agreement, as to a proposal; concurrence. (agree on something)

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Assent

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a complete change of form, structure, or substance, as transformation and appearance (a change of form butterfly; from good to evil)

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Metamorphosis

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to differ in sentiment or opinion, especially from the majority; withhold assent; disagree

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Dissent

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to put into a state of agitated confusion: (stutter, red faced, blush)

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Fluster

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any wide-angle view or representation of a physical space, whether in painting, drawing, photography, film, seismic images or a three-dimensional model. (to rotated from one side to another)

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Pan

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inability to obtain sufficient sleep, especially when chronic; difficulty in falling or staying asleep; sleeplessness. (for an extended amount of time)

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Insomnia

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a person or group made to bear the blame for others or to suffer in their place. (blame for the mistakes and crimes for others)

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Scapegoat

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to make or hold motionless with amazement, awe, terror, etc. (in awe)

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Transfixed

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persisting, especially in spite of opposition, obstacles, discouragement, etc.; persevering: (not to give up; determination; can’t get rid of it)

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Persistent

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the act or process of disclosing something previously secret or obscure, esp something true (in a dramatic way; surprise for something shown to you)

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Revelation

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