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Dec. of Ind. Vocab
Term | Definition |
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dissolve | Close down; break down |
bands | ties, connections, etc. |
assume | take or begin to have (power or responsibility) |
entitle | give (someone) a legal right or a just claim to receive or do something |
impel | drive, force, or urge (someone) to do something |
self-evident | not needing to be demonstrated or explained; obvious |
endowed | provided with |
unalienable | not able to be taken away |
secure | attach firmly/strongly and cannot be moved, lost, or taken away |
institute | set in motion or establish/create |
derive | come from |
just (related to justice) | rightful, lawful |
consent | permission for something to happen |
alter | change or cause to change |
abolish | to officially end or stop |
usurpation | taking control of something without having the right |
tyranny | cruel or oppressive government or rule |
interfere | prevent from continuing; intervene |
candid | truthful or straight-forward |
assent | expression of approval or agreement |
oppression | prolonged (for a long time) cruel or unjust treatment or control. |
petition | to make a formal request |
redress | remedy or set right |
solemnly | formally; with respect |