Vocabulary Flashcards

(12 cards)

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transformation

A

A major change in the form, shape, character, or nature of something or someone.

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cope

A

To overcome challenges in a positive way.

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3
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endure

A

To continue to exist or hold out against despite adverse forces

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4
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indignation

A

Anger at something that is unfair or unjust

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5
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depression

A

an economic situation marked by instability, unemployment and poverty.

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6
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hardship

A

A condition of great want, suffering, or difficulty

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departure

A

The act of leaving

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8
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discomfort

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The state of being tense and feeling pain.

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9
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elaboration

A

The act of explaining in a thorough way.

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10
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elaborate

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To explain thoroughly by providing details.

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immigration

A

Movement into a place (especially a country of which you are not a native) in order to settle there

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banding

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Gathering together, usually used as the verb phrase “band together” in this context

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