Vocabulary Lesson #4 Flashcards

1
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Elude

A

to escape notice; to get away from

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2
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fallow

A

inactive; unproductive

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3
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blight

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anything that destroys, prevents growth, or causes devaluation

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4
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obsequy

A

a funeral rite or ceremony

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5
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denizen

A

an occupant; inhabitant

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6
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fealty

A

obligated loyalty or faithfulness

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7
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entice

A

to attract by offering reward or pleasure

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8
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gratify

A

to please

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9
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laggard

A

a slow person, especially one who falls behind

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10
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gambit

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maneuver or action used to gain an advantage

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