Lesson 14 Flashcards by Virac Bou

Q

Confound

A

To mix up

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Adduce

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To cite an example or means of proof in an argument

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Construe

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To interpret

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Conundrum

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A self-contradictory problem; a dilemma

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Cryptic

A

Having a hidden meaning

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Q

Equivocate

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To use evasive language to mislead

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Paradox

A

Something with contradictory aspects

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Patent

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Obvious; plain

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Perspicacity

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Sharpness; acuteness of understanding

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Rudimentary

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Elementary; basic

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