Vocab 1 Flashcards

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Affection

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A found or tender feeling. Gentle and loving.

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2
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Appeal

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To make an earnest request or to have interest in something.

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3
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Clasp

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To grasp or hold tightly.

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4
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Conspicuous

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Easily or plainly seen.

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5
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Contribute

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To be apart of or help in something.

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6
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Declare

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To make known; to state openly.

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7
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Eloquent

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Skilled at speaking or writing.

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8
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Exhibit

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To show in public.

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9
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Ferry

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A boat that carries people and goods back and fourth across a stretch of water.

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10
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Immigrant

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A person who comes into a country to live there.

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Lofty

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Very tall or high.

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12
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Pedestal

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A base or support on which something stands.

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13
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Persecute

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To treat harshly because of political, religious, or other differences.

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14
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Poverty

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The state of being poor

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15
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Unveil

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To reveal.

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