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20 Cards in this Set
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avert |
to turn away from |
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abnormal |
different from that which is considered normal |
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abstain |
to voluntarily refrain from doing something |
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apathy |
showing indifference or lack of concern |
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atheist |
one who does not believe in the existence of a God |
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anarchy |
without rule |
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anesthesia |
physical condition in which there is loss of sensation or feeling |
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anonymous |
nameless |
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acronym |
a word resulting from the beginning letter or letters of a compound term |
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acrophobia |
an abnormal fear of great heights or high places |
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acropolis |
the high part of an ancient Greek city |
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altar |
a raised structure used for worship |
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altameter |
an instrument used for measuring heights or altitudes |
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altitude |
the height of an object when compared to a given level |
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ambidextrous |
using both hands with equal ability |
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ambivalent |
experiencing affection and hostility at the same time for someone |
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ambivert |
one who finds satisfaction both within himself and the outside world |
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antonym |
a word directly opposite to another in meaning |
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antipathy |
a feeling of dislike or aversion |
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acrobat |
one for in performing gymnastic feats |
