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Lesson 7 and 8 Vocab
Definitions/Part of Speech
Term | Definition | Part of Speech |
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Abound | to exist in great qualities or numbers | Verb |
Abound | to fully supplied or filled | Verb |
Abscound | to leave quickly and secretly and hide oneself | Verb |
Abhor | to detest thoroughly | Verb |
Abstemious | sparing or moderate especially in eating or drinking | Adjective |
Discreet | showing tact, respect, and restraint in speech or behavior | Adjective |
Ascertain | to find out something for certain | Verb |
Discern | to perceive; to detect differences | Verb |
Infraction | a violation, especially of a law | Noun |
Infringe | to go beyond set limits | Verb |
Suffrage | the right to vote; or a vote itself | Noun |
Superlative | the highest; above the rest | Adjective |
Superfluous | Beyond what is required; extra | Adjective |
Concise | saying or writing much in few words | Adjective |
Herbicide | a substance for killing plants, especially weeds | Noun |
Precise | clearly expressed or exact;accurate in every detail | Adjective |
Analyze | to look at something carefully by attention to its parts | Verb |
Catalyst | a force or person causing action, especially without being involved or changed by the consquences | Noun |
Absolve | To relieve of blame or obligation; to pardon a sin | Verb |
Resolute | determined or unshakeable | Adjective |
Resolve | to make a firm decision about | Verb |
Resolve | To find a solution | Verb |
Abrasive | harsh;rough | Adjective |