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Lesson 7 Words & D
English Vocabulary lesson 7 words and definitions
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Antebellum | Of a period before a war, especially the American Civil War |
| Antecedent #1 | A thing or event that precedes |
| Antecedent #2 | Preceding; going before |
| Anterior | Coming before in position or time |
| Avant-garde #1 | Ahead of the times, especially in the arts |
| Avant-garde #2 | A group that is ahead of the times |
| Vanguard #1 | The foremost position, especially of an army or fleet |
| Vanguard #2 | Leaders of a movement, fashion, etc |
| Precept | A command; a rule of conduct |
| Predestination | The belief that what happens in human life has already been determined by some higher power |
| Preempt/Pre-empt | To take possession of something before anyone else can do so |
| Premonition | A warning in advance |
| Preposterous | Absurd; contrary to nature or reason |
| Pretentious | Showy; pompous; claiming unjustified distinction |