Chapter 7 Flashcards

(6 cards)

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Embelish

A

To make a story more interesting by fabricating details; to decorate

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2
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Eradicate

A

To eliminate completely

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3
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Hyperbole

A

Exaggeration for persuasive effect

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4
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Indulgent

A

Excessively generous

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5
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Superfluous

A

Unnecessary, excessive

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6
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Unstinting

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Without reservation; given liberally

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