la flashcard 3-4

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What does 'ubiquitous' mean?

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Ubiquitous means present everywhere.

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What does 'reticent' mean?

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Reticent means reserved or reluctant to speak.

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What does 'exacerbate' mean?

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Exacerbate means to irritate or make bitter; to make more violent.

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What does 'paltry' mean?

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Paltry means insignificant or trivial; of little value.

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What does 'haughty' mean?

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Haughty means arrogantly superior and disdainful.

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What is the significance of understanding vocabulary in application-based questions?

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Understanding vocabulary is crucial as it helps in comprehending the questions and context, leading to better problem-solving.

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How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

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Context clues are hints within the text that help deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the difference between 'exacerbate' and 'mitigate'?

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Exacerbate means to worsen a situation, while mitigate means to make it less severe.

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Provide an example of a situation where someone might be 'reticent'.

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A person may be reticent in a group discussion where they feel their opinion is not valued.

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What are synonyms for 'haughty'?

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Synonyms for haughty include arrogant, conceited, and disdainful.