Word Power 6 Definitions Flashcards

1
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attribute something to (a cause).

A

ascribed

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2
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(of an argument or statement) not seeming reasonable or probable; failing to convince

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implausible

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3
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curious or inquiring.

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inquisitive

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4
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the state or quality of being holy, sacred, or saintly.

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sanctity

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5
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a brief summary or general survey of something.

A

synopsis

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6
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truthful and straightforward; frank.

A

candid

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7
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giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening; inauspicious

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ominous

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8
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a person who makes or claims to be able to make predictions.

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prophet

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