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Lesson 1
Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |