Word Wall Flashcards
(30 cards)
consequence
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substitution
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ultimatum
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alternative
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preference
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option
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diverged
divided, separated
undergrowth
vegetation, brush, bushes
fair
pleasing
trodden
stepped on, walked on
hence
future
abate (verb)
To become weaker; to decrease.
The speaker waited until the applause had abated before continuing.
unabated (adjective)
Showing no sign of weakening; showing no decrease.
acknowledge (verb)
A. To admit the existence of
Did the police officer acknowledge your right to remain silent?
B. To express recognition or thanks for
The new Wimbledon singles champion raised her hand to acknowledge the cheers of the crowd.
acknowledged (adjective)
Commonly accepted or recognized
Bill James is an acknowledged expert on baseball statistics.
infuriate (verb)
to make very angry.
Cruelty to animals infuriates me.
irrelevant (adjective)
having nothing to do with the subject
The candidate’s personal wealth is irrelevant to our discussion about his qualification for the job.
precise (adjective)
Exact; accurate
Do you know the precise time that your plane arrives?
precision (noun)
Exactness
An eye surgeon’s work requires great precision.
sham (noun)
Something fake or false
Their offer to make us rich turned out to be a sham.
sham (adjective)
Not genuine; fake
Although he tried to appear sorry, his sham apology fooled no one.
sham (verb)
To pretend
We shammed illness so we could stay home.
astute (adjective)
Wise in a clever or practical way
An astute shopper compares prices carefully before making a purchase.
authentic
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