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12 Cards in this Set
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abstract
A character in a book may stand for an abstract idea such as kindness. syn:concepetual, theoretical; obscure |
def: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 was an ally of the United States in World War II. syn: to associate, combine, a partner, associate |
def (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. syn: to designate, assign, elect |
def: (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. syn: observant, alert; considerate, courteous |
def: (adj.) paying attention; thoughtful and polite
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bonus
Many companies give their employees a bonus at the end of the year. syn: an addition, reward, benefit, gift, prize |
def: (n.) something extra or beyond what is owed or expected
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carefree
Summer vacation in usually a carefree time. syn: untroubled, lighthearted |
def: (adj.) without troubles, worries, or responsibilities
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courtesy
Customers appreciate being treated with courtesy. syn: care, concern, regard, politeness, thoughtfulness |
def: (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. syn: to assemble, construct, build, produce; to invent, concoct |
def: (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 judgment. syn: doubt, uncertainty, suspicion; to question, disbelieve |
def: (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. syn: observable, visible, obvious, evident |
def adj. easy to see; likely to be observant; worthy of attention
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overthrow
The rebels will overthrow the cruel ruler. The people celebrated the overthrow of the heartless king. syn: to remove,bringdown,topple, destroy, ruin;(n.) collapse, ruin |
def (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. syn: 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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