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Lesson 1
Vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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apt | inclined; disposed; given; prone |
astonish | surprise; astound; shock; startle |
chronically | constantly; continuously |
daub | coat; cover; plaster; slather |
domain | region; area; territory |
enthusiastic | eager; ardent; zealous |
extend | go; run; range |
feat | achievement; accomplishment, exploit |
fulfill | accomplish; achieve; execute |
give over to | dedicate; devote; commit |
heavy | ponderous; weighty; burdensome |
hibernation | sleep; dormancy |
immerse | submerge; dip; submerse |
intrigue | attract; fascinate; interest |
luxuriant | abundant; exuberant; opulent |
magnitude | extent; measure; degree |
maintain | affirm; contend; claim |
monitor | check; examine; claim |
outbreak | epidemic |
periodically | at intervals; from time to time; once in a while; infrequently |
release | free; liberate; loose |
relief | aid; assistance; support |
reproduce | copy; duplicate; imitate; breed; multiply |
rugged | uneven; rough; bumpy |
self-sufficient | independent |
speculative | theoretical; academic; thoughtful, reflective; meditative |
stimulate | prompt; activate; inspire |
subordinate | inferior; subject; dependent |
torrential | wild; violent |