Thinking and Learning Vocabulary

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assess (v)

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to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something.

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assume (v)

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to take for granted or without proof.

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baffle (v)

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to confuse or perplex.

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biased (adj)

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unfairly prejudiced for or against someone or something.

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concentrate (v)

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to focus one's attention or mental effort.

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consider (v)

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to think carefully about something.

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contemplate (v)

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to think profoundly and at length.

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cynical (adj)

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believing that people are motivated by self-interest.

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deduce (v)

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to derive as a conclusion from something known or assumed.

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deliberate (v)

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to think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully.