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Lessons 7 and 8
Separation
Term | Definition |
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Abrasive | adj. Harsh; rough |
Abound | intr. v. To exist in great quantities or numbers. |
Abound | intr. v. To be fully supplied or filled. |
Abscond | intr. v. To leave quickly and secretly and hide oneself. |
Abhor | tr. v. To detest thoroughly. |
Abstemious | adj. Sparing or moderate, especially in eating and drinking. |
Discreet | adj. Showing tact, respect, and restraint in speech or behavior. |
Ascertain | tr. v. To find out something for certain. |
Discern | tr. v. To perceive; to detect differences. |
Infraction | n. A violation, especially of a law. |
Infringe | intr. v. To go beyond set limits (used with on or upon). |
Suffrage | n. The right to vote, or a vote itself. |
Superlative | adj. The highest; above the rest. |
Superfluous | adj. Beyond what is required; extra. |
Concise | adj. Saying or writing much in few words. |
Herbicide | n. A substance for killing plants, especially weeds. |
Precise | adj. Clearly expressed; exact; accurate in every detail. |
Analyze | tr. v. To look at something carefully by attention to its parts. |
Catalyst | n. A force or person causing action, especially without being involved or changed by the consequences. |
Absolve | tr. v. To relieve of blame or obligation; to pardon a sin. |
Resolute | adj. Determined; unshakable |
Resolve | tr. v. To make a firm decision about. |
Resolve | tr. v. To find a solution. |