Vocabulary: Mcat Purpose 28

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Restitution

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[n] the restoration of something lost or stolen to its proper owner

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Restitution

Back 2

[n] the restoration of something lost or stolen to its proper owner

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Pernicious

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[adj] having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way

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Contemporaneous

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[adj] existing at or occurring in the same period of time

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Concur

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[v] 1. agree
2. happen or occur at the same time; coincide

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Meager

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[adj] (of something provided or available) lacking in quantity or quality

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Embellish

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[v] make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features

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Conspiracy

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[n] a secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful

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Succinct

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[adj] (especially of something written or spoken) briefly and clearly expressed

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Gritty

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[adj] showing something unpleasant as it really is

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Foreground

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[n] the part of a view that is nearest to the observer, especially in a picture or photograph

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Radiate

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[v] (of a person) clearly emanate (a strong feeling or quality) through their expression or bearing

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Emanate from

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[v] (of a feeling, quality, or sensation) issue or spread out from (a source)

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Aesthetic

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[adj] concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty
[n] a set of principles underlying the work of a particular artist or artistic movement

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Leeway

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[n] the amount of freedom to move or act that is available

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Esoteric

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[adj] intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest

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Ore

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[n] a naturally occurring solid material from which a metal or valuable mineral can be extracted profitably

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Tribute

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[n] an act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration

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Flock

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[v] move or go together in a crowd

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Devout

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[adj] having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment

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Forgo (forego)

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[v] go without (something desirable)