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16 Cards in this Set

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curtail

To cut short or reduce.

discriminate

To make or recognize clear distinctions.



To treat in a less or more favorable way.

espionage

The act of spying, especially a government spy obtaining secrets of another government.

icon

A religious painting, especially one revered by the Eastern Christian churches.



A symbol or image whose form suggests its meaning.



One who is idolized.

inalienable

Not able to be taken or given away.

incarcerate

To confine or to put in prison.

indignity

An insult to one’s pride; offensive or humiliating treatment.

indiscriminate

Not marked by careful distinctions; haphazard.

infamous

Having a very bad reputation; notorious.



Disgraceful; vicious.

intercede

To act or plead on another’s behalf; to try to smooth the differences between two parties.

malign

To say negative and unfair things about; slander.



Evil; showing ill will.

perpetrate

To commit, as a crime or other antisocial act.`

rampant

Threateningly wild, without restraint or control; widespread.

rancor

A deep, long-held feeling of hatred or bitterness.

reparation

A mending or repair.

smattering

superficial, scattered knowledge.



A small amount.