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20 Cards in this Set
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Belie
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(of an appearance) fail to give a true notion or impression of (something); disguise or contradict. or fail to fulfill or justify (a claim or expectation); betray.
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Slander
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make false and damaging statements about (someone).
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Predestinate
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determine (an outcome or course of events) in advance by divine will or fate.
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Catechize
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instruct (someone) in the principles of Christian religion by means of question and answer, typically by using a catechism.
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Disdain
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noun; the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect
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Requite
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to make appropriate return
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Vex
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make (someone) feel annoyed, frustrated, or worried, especially with trivial matters.
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Pernicious
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having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
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Discourse
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speak or write authoritatively about a topic.
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Woo
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try to gain the love of someone, especially with a view to marriage...seek the favor, support, or custom of.
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hackneyed
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(of a phrase or idea) lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal and trite.
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opulent
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ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish.
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Prejudice
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preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.
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Bias
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prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group
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Privilege
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special right
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Disenfranchised
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to deprive someone of power, a right, or privilege
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Institutionalized
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to establish in accordance to a practice or custom
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Racism
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the belief that certain races possess certain qualities that either make them inferior or superior to another race.
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Emancipation
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the process of being set free from restrictions whether it be legal, social, or political
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Oppression
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prolonged unjust treatment
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