Ww 14 Definitions Flashcards

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To describe something as larger or greater than it really is.

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Exaggerate

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To think highly of to respect.

Respect; high regard.

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Esteem

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Covering a large area.

Ambitious; far reaching.

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Extensive

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Almost unbelievable.

Unusual;odd.

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Fantastic

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To fascinate.

To plot in a secret way; to scheme.

A secret plot or scheme.

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Intrigue

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A wonderful or amazing thing.

To be filled with wonder or amazement.

Causing wonder;astonishing.

Of the highest quality.

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Marvel

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A special or important task or assignment.

A group sent on an important assignment.

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Mission

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A time that is right for doing something.

A chance for getting away.

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Opportunity

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To let go; to give up.

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Relinquish

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A ruler or person who has complete power and uses it in an cruel or unjust way.

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Tyrant

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To defeat utterly and completely; to overcome

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Vanquish

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To take up ones complete attention.

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Engross

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Showing care or wisdom in what one says or does.

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Discreet

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To agree to allow to happen.

Permission approval

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Consent

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Wanting to do good; kind.

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Benevolent

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