The Student Vocab (220-228) Flashcards
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(n) a social norm or custom widely observed within a particular society or culture
ostracize
(v) to exclude, expel, or exile from a group by common consent
complacent
(adj) pleased with oneself or one’s merits, work, or situation, especially when unaware about or unconcerned with potential defects or dangers
apathy
(n) absence or lack of passion, interest, or excitement
phonics
(n) a method of teaching reading and spelling based on the phonetic interpretation of ordinary spelling
holistic
(adj) characterized by an emphasis on the idea that the whole is more than merely the sum of its parts; relating to or concerned with wholes or complete systems rather than analysis of individual parts
abdicate
(v) to renounce, relinquish, or give up a throne, high office, claim, or responsibility
indefatigable
(adj): incapable of being tired out; untiring
meritocracy
(n) a system in which persons are rewarded based on their ability, talent, and/or work rather than on class, privilege, or wealth