Vocabulary #5 Context Clues

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What does 'assert' mean?

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To declare or state as truth, maintain or defend, put forward forcefully.

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What does 'pulverize' mean?

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To grind or pound to a powder of dust; to destroy or overcome.

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What does 'aghast' mean?

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Filled with amazement, disgust, fear, or terror.

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What does 'prodigal' mean?

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Wastefully extravagant; lavishly or generously abundant.

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What does 'volatile' mean?

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Highly changeable, tending to become violent or explosive; changing quickly from the liquid to the gaseous state.

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What is the meaning of 'jurisdiction'?

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An area of authority or control; the official power to make legal decisions and judgments.

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What does 'ethical' refer to?

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Having to do with morals, values, right and wrong; in accordance with standards of right conduct.

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What does 'disdain' mean?

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A feeling of contempt, or unworthy.

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What does 'plausible' mean?

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Appearing true, reasonable, or fair; possible.

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What does 'proximity' mean?

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Nearness, closeness.