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10 Cards in this Set
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ADMONISH
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to advice, caution, scold, or concel against.
EX- My parents admonish me from staying up late. |
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VERNACULAR
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native spech or language; everyday language
EX- India's vernacular language is Sanskrit. |
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COLLUSION
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secret agreement; conspiracy
EX- Some of his employees were acting in collusion to rob him. |
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COGNIZANT
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aware or fully informed.
EX- Eventhough he was cognizant of the results he still did not do his homework. |
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BARRAGE
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over whelming quantity or explosion, as of words.
EX- The polotician exited the crowd because of the barrage of questions. |
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RAMIFICATION
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development or consequence growing out of a problem.
EX- The ramifications of court decisions resulted in confusion. |
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UCTUOUS
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having an oily or soapy feel; soft and rich.
EX- the uctuous soil is perfect for growing crops. |
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URBANE
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reflectiong elegance,sophistication.
EX- It is essentioal for the king and queen to act of an urbane manner. |
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APLOMB
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self confidence; poise.
EX- During an interview it is important you feel aplomb and prepared. |
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NEBULOUS
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vague; cloudy, misty, or hazy.
EX- Even the smartest observers begin with a nebulous hypothosis. |
