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bio, chron, dict
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| persona | what others believe about you that may or may not be true |
| turmoil | to be in a state of great uncertainty and confusion |
| decipher | to identify and understand something apart from the rest |
| epiphany | having a big moment of clarity and understanding about someone or something |
| vulnerable | to be weak and at risk of physical or emotional harm |
| poised | to be confident and sefl-assured in who you are |
| justify | to have a good reason to do or say something |
| strife | a conflict or disagreement that leaves people feeling angry |
| backlash | a strong reaction to something, how people respond to actions |
| acclaim | praise for someone in a public setting |
| impending | something that is about to happen |
| daunting | a task that feels overwhelming and difficult intimidating |
| terrain | a stretch of land with a specific physical feature, like mountains, rivers, or plains |
| mastermind | a smart person responsible for a big idea or plan |
| perilous | something that is full of danger and risk |
| decree | an official order given by a person in power that makes it a law |
| covert | a plan or action that is a secret and not openly told or seen by everyone |
| adversary | someone who is against you in a conflict or a contest |
| elaborate | having many carefully planned parts or details, can be complicated |
| dictate | to speak or read something to a person who writes it down; to decree |
| dictionary | a reference book in which spoken or written words are defined |
| benediction | blessing |
| dict | to say or speak |
| bio | life |
| biology | the study of living things |
| biodiversity | the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem. |
| biodegradable | Capable of being broken down by bacteria and other decomposers. |
| chron | time |
| chronological | (adj) arranged in or relating to time order |
| chronic | Long-standing, constant. |
| chronicle | a record of events in order of time; a history |