Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does the term 'incendiary' refer to?

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Flammable; capable of causing fire.

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Define 'perseverance'.

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Steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

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What is the role of a 'muezzin'?

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A person who calls Muslims to prayer from a mosque.

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What does 'clandestine' mean?

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Secret; kept hidden or done secretively.

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How would you describe an action done 'menacingly'?

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In a threatening or ominous manner.

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What is the meaning of 'vocabulary'?

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The set of words known and used by a person or group.

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Explain the concept of 'context' in language.

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The circumstances or setting in which a word or phrase is used, affecting its meaning.

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What does 'synonym' mean?

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A word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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Define 'antonym'.

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What is 'figurative language'?

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Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.