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AP Lang vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ambivalent | having mixed or conflicted feelings |
| Assert | to state something confidently or strongly |
| Concede | to admit that an opposing point has some truth |
| Corroborate | to provide evidence that supports or confirms something |
| Disparage | to speak about someone or something in a negative way |
| Elicit | to draw out or cause a response |
| Empirical | based on observation, experience, or evidence rather than theory |
| Implicit | suggested or understood without being directly stated |
| Nuance | A subtle difference in meaning, feeling, or expression |
| Pragmatic | Pratical and focused on what will actually work |
| Qualify | to limit or modify a claim so that it is more precise |
| Refute | To prover argue that a claim is incorrect |
| Substantiate | to support a claim with evidence |
| tentative | uncertain, cautious, or not fully decided |
| undermine | to weaken on argument, idea, position, or authority |