week 3/13 - 317 Flashcards

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aspect

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a particular part or feature of something

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auspice

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an omen or sign of future prospects

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3
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circumspect

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mind of the situation and its potential results; prudent

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conspicuous

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easily seen or noticed

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5
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horoscope

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astrological forecast

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inspect

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to examine thoroughly

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7
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introspection

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self-observation; self-examination

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microscope

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an magnifying instrument that makes small objects look larger

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microscopy

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investigation of objects through a microscope

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10
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periscope

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an optical instrument that provides a view of an otherwise obstructed field

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perspective

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personal outlook; point of view

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12
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perspicacious

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keen or mentally sharp; quick to understand

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13
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prospect

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the possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring; something foreseeable

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14
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retrospective

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looking back at the past

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15
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scope

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a range of thought or motion

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spectacle

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an unusual sight or public display; object of attention

17
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spectator

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a person who watches an activity; an onlooker

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spectral

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ghostlike; suggesting spiritual activities

19
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speculate

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to think about and ponder

20
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suspect (verb)

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to imagine guilt without proof