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Senior Fall Final
Final Exam
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Paradox | a statement that at first seems to be absurd, but which is actually true |
| Implore | to plead urgently for aid or mercy |
| Perceive | to understand, know, become aware of |
| Intrepid | brave |
| Felon | a person guilty of a major crime |
| Enhance | intensify, heighten |
| Loathe | to hate |
| Infamous | having a bad reputation; famous for negative reasons |
| Euphemism | a less offensive term; a kinder way to say something |
| Intimidate | to overawe, especially in order to make someone do what one wants |
| Belittle | to make seem less important |
| Tangible | having actual form |
| Rampant | going unchecked, widespread |
| Duress | compulsion; force |
| Tolerate | to put up with; to bear |
| Affluent | rich |
| Feasible | possible |
| Confidante | one to whom you confide your secrets |
| Jurisdiction | power; range of authority |
| Indigent | poor; needy |
| Terminate | to end |
| Tranquil | quiet |
| Malnutrition | faulty or inadequate nutrition or diet |
| Malignant | likely to cause death |
| Extortion | getting money by threats |
| Spew | throw up; vomit (literal or figurative) |
| Amicable | friendly; peaceful |
| Inclement | unfavorable; stormy |
| Symptomatic | having signs or symptoms; indicative |
| Squeamish | easily shocked; overly sensitive |