8th vocab list 1

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Loathe

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To feel intense dislike or disgust for something; synonym of despise and hate.

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Novice

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A person who is new to a field or activity; synonyms include beginner and learner.

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Assure

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To tell someone something positively to dispel any doubts; to convince.

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Debris

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Scattered pieces of waste or remains; often refers to the aftermath of destruction.

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Resume

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To continue after a pause or interruption; to start again.

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Synonym

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

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Antonym

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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Context

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The circumstances or setting surrounding a word or event that help clarify its meaning.

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Vocabulary

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

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Definition

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A statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase.