Week 8 Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does the word 'monotony' mean?

Back

A lack of variety that makes something boring.

Front

Fill in the blank: The soldiers needed to ______ the courage to keep going.

Back

muster

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What does the word 'discern' mean?

Back

To perceive or recognize clearly.

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Which situation best describes 'monotony'?

Back

Performing the same repetitive task every day.

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Fill in the blank: To enter the locked room, first you must _______ this code.

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decipher

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What is the meaning of 'tedious'?

Back

Something that is too long, slow, or dull; tiresome.

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What does 'instill' mean?

Back

To gradually but firmly establish an idea or attitude in a person's mind.

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What does 'succumb' mean?

Back

To fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force.

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Provide an example of 'monotony' in daily life.

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Doing the same homework routine every day without change.

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What is the opposite of 'discern'?

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To confuse or mix up ideas.