Units #4-6 Vocabulary

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What is an epitaph?

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An epitaph is a phrase or statement written in memory of a person who has died, often inscribed on a tombstone.

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What are repercussions?

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Repercussions are the unintended consequences or effects of an action, often negative.

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What does frivolous mean?

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Frivolous refers to something that is not serious or has little value; it is often used to describe activities that are silly or trivial.

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What does it mean to rehabilitate?

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To rehabilitate means to restore something to a good condition, often used in the context of buildings or individuals recovering from difficulties.

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What is anguish?

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Anguish is severe mental or physical pain or suffering, often associated with grief or distress.

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What is a nonentity?

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A nonentity is a person or thing with no special or interesting qualities; someone who is insignificant.

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What is a premonition?

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A premonition is a strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.

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What does solicitous mean?

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Solicitous means showing concern or care for someone's well-being.

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What is jurisdiction?

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Jurisdiction refers to the official power to make legal decisions and judgments, often related to a specific area or subject.

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What is a peruse?

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To peruse means to read something carefully and in detail.