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Senior Fall Final
Final Exam
Term | Definition |
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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 |