Words Flashcards

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unequivocal

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leaving no doubt; unambiguous.

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epistemology

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the philosophical study of the nature, origin, and limits of human knowledge. The term is derived from the Greek epistēmē (“knowledge”) and logos (“reason”), and accordingly the field is sometimes referred to as the theory of knowledge.

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positivism

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in Western philosophy, generally, any system that confines itself to the data of experience and excludes a priori or metaphysical speculations.

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constructivism

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Constructivism is a theory in education which posits that individuals or learners do not acquire knowledge and understanding by passively perceiving it within a direct process of knowledge transmission, rather they construct new understandings and knowledge through experience and social discourse, integrating new information with what they already know.

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methodology

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A body of practices, procedures, and rules used by those who work in a discipline or engage in an inquiry; a set of working methods.

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refute

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To prove to be false or erroneous; overthrow by argument or proof.

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Arcane

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understood by few; mysterious or secret.

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method (programming)

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A named sequence of statements

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equanimity

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calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation

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levity

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the treatment of a serious matter with humour or lack of due respect

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judicious

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having, showing, or done with good judgement or sense

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foible

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a minor weakness or eccentricity in someone’s character

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solace

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help and comfort when you are feeling sad or worried

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poise

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behavior or a way of moving that shows calm confidence

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resilience

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the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened

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unwavering

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never moving or looking away from something
never changing or becoming weaker

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imperative

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of vital importance; crucial
an essential or urgent thing

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to foster

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encourage the development of (something, especially something desirable)

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catalyst

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a condition, event, or person that is the cause of an important change

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chronicle

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to make a record or give details of something

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turmoil

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a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty

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adage

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a proverb or short statement expressing a general truth

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camaraderie

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a feeling of friendliness towards people that you work or share an experience with

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resolutely

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in an admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering manner

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gird
encircle (a person or part of the body) with a belt or band prepare oneself for something difficult or challenging
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myopic
unable to understand a situation or the way actions will affect it in the future
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corollary
something that results from something else
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panacea
something that will solve all problems
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intrinsic
being an extremely important and basic characteristic of a person or thing
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stymie
to prevent something from happening or someone from achieving a purpose
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penance
punishment inflicted on oneself as an outward expression of repentance for wrongdoing
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distain
a feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior
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contempt
the feeling that a person or a thing is worthless or beneath consideration
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tumultuous
very loud, or full of confusion, change, or uncertainty
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deliberate
done consciously and intentionally
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relentless
continuing in a determined way without any interruption
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heterogeneous
diverse in character or content
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team
a social system that shares tasks and goals
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downpour
a lot of rain in a short time
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wisdom
the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make good decisions and judgments
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eloquent
fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing
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algorithm
a finite sequence of unambiguous instructions that accomplishes a well-defined task in a finite amount of time
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narrative
a particular way of explaining or understanding events
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