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Academic Word List 1

TermDefinition
abdicate to resign, or quit the throne
abrasive something that can rub or polish a hard surface (example: sandpaper or a brillo pad)
abruptly suddenly or unexpectedly
acknowledge to show that you recognize someone or that you belive something to be true
acquire to buy something for yourself
addict a person who is addicted to drugs or alcohol
adequate enough of something
connotation the idea or feeling certain words have for us (example: home could mean safety or love or it could mean chaos or fighting)
consecutive one right after another
consult to seek advice or suggestions from another person
contrast to look for the opposite
copious in extreme or large amounts
correspond to write a letter or email to someone
legendary well known in many different parts of the world
liaison a go-between or person who helps communicate with 2 different parties
libel a false statement that could get you arrested
ludicrous ridiculous or absurd
mandatory when you have to go or attend something
midigate to make less serious or painful
naive innocent or unknowing
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