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VOCABULARY WORDS & DEFINITIONS Flashcards

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Definition of absolve?

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To find innocent or blameless

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Definition of adamant?

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Nothing giving in; stubborn

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Definition of amiable?

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Good-natured; friendly and pleasant

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Definition of amoral?

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Lacking a moral sense; without principles (lacking what’s right or wrong)

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Definition of animosity?

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Bitter hostility (strong dislike)

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Definition of antagonist?

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An opponent; one who opposes or competes

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Definition of eccentric?

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Differing from what Is customary; odd

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Definition of epitome?

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A perfect or typical example of a general quality or type

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Definition of banal?

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Lacking originality, freshness, or novelty

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Definition of euphemism?

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A polite word or expression

An indirect word or phrase that people often use to refer to something embarrassing or unpleasant, sometimes to make it seem more acceptable than it really is.

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Definition of adjacent?

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Close; near (to something)

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Definition of escalate?

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To increase or intensify

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Definition of obsolete?

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No longer active or in use; out of date

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Definition of inequity?

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Injustice; unfairness; an instance of injustice

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Definition of syndrome?

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A combination of symptoms

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Definition of acclaim?

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Great praise or applause; enthusiastic approval

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Definition of malign?

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To make evil and often untrue statements about; speak evil of

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Definition of curt?

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Rudely brief when speaking to someone

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Definition of demoralize?

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To lower the spirits of; weaken the confidence or cheerfulness of

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Definition of inclination?

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A tendency to think, act, or behave in a certain way; a leaning

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Definition of deterrent?

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Something that discourages or prevents a certain action

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Definition of implication?

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An idea that is communicated indirectly, through a suggestion or hint (something suggested)

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Definition of infringe?

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To intrude or trespass on; to go beyond the limits considered proper

24
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Definition of innovation?

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A new custom, method, or invention; something newly introduced

25
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Definition of retort?

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To reply, especially in a quick, sharp, or witty way

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Definition of sabotage?

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To deliberately destroy or damage

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Definition of elicit?

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To draw forth or bring out

28
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Definition of exploit?

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To use selfishly or unethically; take unfair advantage of

29
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Definition of tangible?

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Able to be touched; having form and matter

30
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Definition of infirmity?

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A physical weakness or defect; aliment (sickness)

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Definition of taint?

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To contaminate morally : corrupt or spoil

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Definition of subsequent?

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Coming after something in time; following:

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Definition of revitalize?

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To renew the strength and energy of restore to a vigorous, active condition

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Definition of sparse?

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Distributed thinly; not thick or crowded

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Definition of subjective?

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Based on personal opinions. feeling, and attitudes; not objective (bias)

36
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Definition of succinct?

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Expressed clearly in a few words to the point; concise

37
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Definition of allusion?

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A figure of speech that makes an indirect reference to something

38
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Definition of appease?

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To bring to a state of peace, quiet, ease and soothe

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Definition of arbitrary?

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Based on random choice or personal whim

40
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Definition of assail?

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Make a concerted or violent attack on (to attack violently or assault)

41
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Definition of wary?

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Cautious; on guard

42
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Definition of zeal?

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Enthusiastic devotion; intense enthusiasm (passion)

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Definition of engross?

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To hold the full attention of; absorb

44
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Definition of methodical?

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Orderly; systematic (organized)

45
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Definition of terminate?

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To stop; bring to an end

46
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Definition of mercenary?

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One that serves merely for wages (Greedy)

47
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Definition of Irate?

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Very angry

48
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Definition of dilemma?

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A problem involving a difficult choice (Strong decision)

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Definition of altruistic?

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Altruistic means being selflessly concerned for the well-being of others

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Definition of encounter?

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A brief meeting

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