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12 Cards in this Set
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abstract
A character in the book may stand for an abstract idea such as kindness. Synonyms: conceptual, theoretical; obscure |
adj. having to do with an idea or quality rather than an object; hard to understand; (in art) with little likeness to real people or things
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ally
Parents may ally themselves with teachers to tutor students who need extra help. Great Britain ws an ally of the United States in World War II. Synonyms: to associate, combine; a partner, associate |
v. to unite or join for a special purpose.
n. a person or country joined with another for a special purpose. |
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appoint
It is the responsibility of the mayor to appoint a police chief. Synonyms: to designate, assign, elect |
v. to choose (someone) for a position or duty; to decide on
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attentive
When you write a composition, you should be attentive to spelling and punctuation. Synonyms: observant, alert; considerate, courteous |
adj. paying attention; thoughtful and polite
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bonus
Many companies give their employees a bonus at the end of the year. Synonyms: ad addition, reward, benefit, gift, prize |
n. something extra or beyond what is owed or expected
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carefree
Summer vacation is usually a carefree time. Synonyms: untroubled, lighthearted |
adj. without troubles, worries, or responsibilities
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courtesy
Customers appreciate being treated with courtesy. Synonyms: care, concern, regard, politeness, thoughtfulness |
n. polite, thoughtful, or considerate behavior; a polite act; a favor
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manufacture
I had to manufacture an excuse. A factory in our town specializes in the manufacture of furniture. Synonyms: to assemble, construct, build, produce; to invent, concoct |
v. to make something, especially using machinery; to make up
n. the making of something, especially using machinery |
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mistrust
Some people have a deep mistrust of politicians. Sometimes I mistrust my own judgement. Synonyms: doubt, uncertainty,suspicion; to question, disbelieve |
n. a lack of confidence
v. to have no confidence in; to be suspicious of; to doubt |
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noticeable
We saw a noticeable improvement in their play. Synonyms: observable, visible, obvious, evident |
adj. easy to see; likely to be observed; worthy of attention
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overthrow
The rebels will overthrow the cruel ruler. The people celebrated the overthrow of the heartless king. Synonyms: to remove, bring down, topple, destroy, ruin; collapse, ruin |
v. to overturn; to bring about the fall or end of.
n. an act of bringing down; defeat |
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peculiar
Everyone is talking about the peculiar weather this year. Synonyms: special, particular, bizarre, unusual, strange, distinctive, unique |
adj. not like the normal or usual; odd or curious; belonging to a particular group, person, place or thing
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