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20 Cards in this Set
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Definition: (n) a violent stirring or movement; noisy confusion, excitement, a stirring up of public enthusiasm
Example: The agitation for campaign finance reform was gaining widespread support in Congress. Synonyms: disquiet, uneasiness, upset Antonyms: peace of mind, composure, calm |
agitation
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Definition: (verb) to say suddenly or without thinking
Example: The detective was fairly certain that after hours of interrogation, the suspect would blurt out the truth. Synonyms: blab, let slip |
blurt
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Definition: (adj) arranged in order of time of occurrence
Example: The importance of a time line is that it arranges historical events in chronological order. Synonyms: in time sequence, consecutive |
chronological
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Definition: (n) a face, facial expression
(v) to tolerate or approve Example: (n) The teacher’s smiling countenance reassured us that the rehersal was going well. (v) The new boss does not countenance lateness or absenteeism. Synonyms: (v) support, condone Antonym: (v) disapprove of |
countenance
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Definition: (v) to make or become smaller, reduce in size
Example: It takes no time at all for a fad to diminish in popularity. S – lessen, decrease, dwindle A – increase, enlarge, augment |
diminish
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Definition: (v) to please greatly, to charm, put under a magic spell
The singer proceeded to enchant the audience with her beautiful voice and engaging style. S - delight, thrill, bewitch A – bore, nauseate, disgust |
enchant
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Definition: (v) to bring up, give care to, to promote, encourage
(adj) in the same family but not related by birth The American ambassador worked to foster positive relations with the newly formed republic. It is important for foster children to be placed with loving families. S (v) – support, nurture, cultivate A (v) - stifle, smother, quash, discourage |
foster
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Definition: (v) to change continually, to move up and down
Stock prices fluctuate daily. S – waver, seesaw, oscillate A- stay put, remain unchanged |
fluctuate
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Definition: (v) to humble oneself, act in a fearful and servile way, to lie face downward, to indulge in something base or unworthy
Example: Afraid of punishment, the Roman slave began to grovel at the feet of the emperor. Synonyms: crouch, cower, cringe, wallow |
grovel
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Definition: (n) work done by hand, a trade requiring hand skill
Example: Making applehead dolls is a handicraft still enjoyed in the Arkansas River Valley, among other places. Synonyms: handiwork, manual art |
handicraft
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Definition: (adj) extremely funny, causing loud amusement.
The comedian told a hilarious story that had the audience laughing histerically. S – highly amusing, side-splitting A – boring, dull, humorless, heartrending |
hilarious
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Definition: (v) to set on fire, cause to burn, to heat up, excite
We used lighter fluid to ignite the charcoal in the outdoor grill. S – inflame, light, kindle A – quench, extinguish, douse, put out |
ignite
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Definition: (adj) large and heavy; great in size or scope
A massive boulder still blocks the entrance to the secret cave. S – bulky, huge, immense, monumental A – flimsy, frail, thin |
massive
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Definition: (n) the great size or importance of something
At first the magnitude of the task seems to be overwhelming for a group as small as ours. S – extent, immensity, enormity A – smallness, unimportance, insignificance |
magnitude
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Definition: (v) to lose in interest, attraction, or effectiveness, to become tiresome
(n) a dark covering, something that conceals. The archaeologist’s optimism began to pall when the first excavation yielded only pieces of pottery. News of the surprise attack on Peral Harbor cast a pall over the nation on Dec 7tth , 1941. S – (v) bore, weary; (n) gloom, shadow A – (v) intrigue, fascinate; (v) light, brightness |
pall
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Definition: of or like a mother
The kittens’ mother took her maternal responsibilities very seriously. S – motherly, protective, sympathetic A – fatherly, paternal |
maternal
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Definition: (v) to love and respect deeply, honor greatly
The elderly teacher was revered by a whole generation of students. S – admire, esteem, cherish A – scorn, disdain, mock, deride |
revere
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Definition: (adj) well thought of, having a good reputation.
A list of reputable lawyers is available through the local bar association. S – reliable, respectable, trustworthy A –shady, unsavory, questionable |
reputable
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Definition(adj) – dull, boring, old fashioned, hidebound, lumpy, thick
The stodgy politician showed little inclination to listen to the speeches of junior senators. S – stuffy, tiresome, blah A –forward-looking, avant-garde, progressive |
stodgy
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Definition (n) – a narrative of heroic exploits; a long detailed account.
Although written in Old English, BEOWULF is very much like a Norse saga in that it details the colorful deeds of a legendary hero. S – heroic tale, epic, chronicle |
saga
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