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Vocabulary Study Guide - Text Chapter 3

Word/Phrase Page NumberMeaning from ContextMy Original Sentence
Exhortation 92 Utterance conveying urgent advice There was no effect from any amount of exhortation.
Metabolism 93 The basic function of organic functioning or operating Metabolism refers to the chemical events that occur in the cells of the body to convert food into energy.
Cunningly 93 crafty; sly; deceiving An vital document was cunningly concealed under the noses of the cops.
Intervention 93 interference of one state in the affairs of another According to reports, the administration is considering military intervention.
Strides 94 advancements or progress Great strides have been made in the direction of equality.
Contention 94 dispute; controversy One of the key points of contention between the two countries was the conquered territory.
Revolution 102 innovation The country has gone through a socialist revolution.
Serendipitous 102 occurring by chance I had a serendipitous experience.
Excess 102 extra Do you have an overabundance of stress in your life?
Advocacy 114 the act of arguing in favor of, or supporting something My neighbors are staunch advocates of traditional family values.
Genes 114 a unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring Proteins that are directly coded by genes.
Accord 114 give or grant someone power or recognition; an agreement The powers accorded upon the head of state.
Preposterous 115 contrary to reason or common sense My brother made a preposterous suggestion.
Endowed 115 to provide or to furnish He was endowed with tremendous physical strength.
Edible 135 fit to be eaten or items of food Small edible berries grow on the plant.
Destitute 138 deprived of, devoid of, lacking A destitute old guy suffers from terrible poverty.
Marginalized 138 treat as insignificant They belonged to marginalized cultural groups.
Tenacious 139 holding fast, persistent, stubborn, or obstinate People I admire have demonstrated incredible tenacity in accomplishing their aims.
Palates 139 roof of your mouth She's been working hard to create a cuisine that will appeal to all of her guests' palates.
Audacity 141 boldness or daring Her audacity came in helpful during our most recent crisis.
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