AVS Lesson 27 Flashcards

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What does it mean to relinquish?

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To give up or let go of something

Relinquishing can apply to both tangible and intangible things.

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Define tenacious.

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Holding on strongly; determined

Tenacious individuals often persist despite difficulties.

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What is a triumph?

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A great victory or achievement

Triumphs can occur in various contexts, including personal and professional.

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What does correlation mean?

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A connection or relationship between things

Correlation does not imply causation.

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What does atrocious mean?

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Shockingly bad or wicked

Atrocious can describe actions, behaviors, or conditions.

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Define poignant.

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Causing strong emotion, especially sadness

Poignant moments can evoke deep feelings in literature and life.

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What does preposterous mean?

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Completely ridiculous or absurd

Preposterous ideas often defy logic or common sense.

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What characterizes a pompous individual?

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Arrogant and self-important

Pompous behavior can alienate others.

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What does fallacious mean?

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Based on a false or mistaken belief

Fallacious arguments can undermine logical reasoning.

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Define boisterous.

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Noisy and full of energy

Boisterous celebrations can be lively and exuberant.

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What does it mean to procrastinate?

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To delay doing something important

Procrastination often leads to stress and rushed work.

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What does precocious mean?

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Showing advanced skills at a young age

Precocious children may excel in specific areas like academics or arts.

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Define obtrusive.

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Noticeable in an unpleasant or unwelcome way

Obtrusive behaviors can disrupt social interactions.

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What does gullible mean?

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Easily tricked or fooled

Gullible individuals may fall for scams or pranks.

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What does ambiguous mean?

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Unclear or having more than one meaning

Ambiguous statements can lead to misunderstandings.

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Define contemptuous.

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Showing disrespect or dislike

Contemptuous attitudes can harm relationships.

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What does it mean to be perceptive?

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Good at noticing or understanding things

Perceptive individuals often pick up on subtle cues.

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What does subjective mean?

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Based on personal feelings or opinions

Subjective perspectives can vary greatly among individuals.

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Define impoverished.

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Very poor; lacking money or resources

Impoverished communities often face significant challenges.

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What does conceited mean?

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Having too much pride in oneself

Conceited individuals may struggle to connect with others.

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What is the meaning of strike?

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To hit; or to stop working as a protest

Strikes are often used to advocate for workers’ rights.

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What does catastrophic mean?

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Involving great damage or suffering

Catastrophic events can have lasting impacts on communities.

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Define seismology.

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The study of earthquakes

Seismology helps predict and understand seismic activity.

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What does vital mean?

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Extremely important; necessary for life

Vital resources are crucial for survival.

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What does deadly mean?
Causing or able to cause death ## Footnote Deadly substances can pose significant risks.
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What does it mean to coincide?
To happen at the same time ## Footnote Events that coincide can create significant overlaps.
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What does generated mean?
Produced or created ## Footnote Generated energy is essential for various applications.
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What does serious mean?
Important or not joking ## Footnote Serious discussions often address critical issues.
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What does economic refer to?
Related to money, business, and resources ## Footnote Economic factors influence societal development.
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What does it mean to determine?
To decide or figure out something ## Footnote Determining outcomes requires careful analysis.
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What does raise mean in a financial context?
To lift or to collect money ## Footnote Raising funds is common for various initiatives.
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Define pure.
Not mixed with anything else ## Footnote Pure substances are often sought in scientific research.
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What does strict mean?
Enforcing rules firmly ## Footnote Strict guidelines ensure compliance and order.
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Define plentiful.
Available in large amounts ## Footnote Plentiful resources can support large populations.
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What does virtue mean?
A good moral quality ## Footnote Virtue is often associated with ethical behavior.
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What does vacant mean?
Empty or not being used ## Footnote Vacant properties can lead to urban decay.
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Define zenith.
The highest point or peak ## Footnote The zenith of success is often a goal for many.
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What does lawful mean?
Allowed by law ## Footnote Lawful actions comply with established regulations.
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What does help mean?
To assist someone or support ## Footnote Helping others fosters community and cooperation.