Chapter 1 Flashcards by Carlos Cristobal

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Abate

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To cease, subside, reduce

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Abash

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To shame and embarrass

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Abdicate

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To give up a position or power

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Abiding

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Continuing or lasting

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Abortive

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Not able to be completed

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Abscond

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To secretly run away and hide

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Absolve

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To be free from sin/blame

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Abstain

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To voluntarily hold back or not participate

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Abstruse

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Difficult

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Abysmal

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Utterly hopeless

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Accost

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To approach boldly

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Acquiesce

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To give in or surrender

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Acrid

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Harsh, Sharp, Offensive

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Acrophobia

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Intense fear of heights

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Acumen

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Sharp insight, keenness of mind

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Acute

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Sharp, pointed

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Adherent

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Follower, disciple

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Adjudicate

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To settle a case on court

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Admonish

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To reprimand and scorn

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Adroit

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Adept (under pressuring conditions)