Ch:1-10 Flashcards

1
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Aptitude

A

A natural ability to do something

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2
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Chastise

A

punish, especially by beating.

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3
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Crescendo

A

the loudest point reached in a gradually increasing sound.

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4
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Disposition

A

the way in which something is placed or arranged, especially in relation to other things.

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5
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Exuberant

A

filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement.

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6
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Gravitating

A

move toward or be attracted to a place, person, or thing.

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7
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Nondescript

A

lacking distinctive or interesting features or characteristics.

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8
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Requisition

A

an official order laying claim to the use of property or materials.

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9
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Retroactive

A

(especially of legislation) taking effect from a date in the past.

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10
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Transgression

A

an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense.

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