Week 3 May Flashcards

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Derelict

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adj. in a very poor condition as a result of disuse and neglect.

(of a person) shamefully negligent in not having done what one should have done.

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Pernicious

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adj. having a harmful effect, esp. in a gradual or subtle way.

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Juxtapose

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V. Place or deal with close together for contrasting effect.

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Symbiosis

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N. Interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association, typically to the advantage of both

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Corpulent

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adj. Fat

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Myriad ( myr - i - ad)

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A countless or extremely great number.

A unit of ten thousand

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Subjective

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adj. Based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions

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Congenial

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adj. (of a person) pleasant because of a personality, qualities, or interests that are similar to one’s own

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