Unit 6 Vocabulary FLASHCARD (Level G)

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What does 'surveillance' mean in a security context?

Back

To ensure careful and disciplined observation.

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How can 'intermittent' be used to describe a weather pattern?

Back

Sporadic and irregular.

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What does 'inane' mean?

Back

Silly, empty of meaning or value.

Front

What word describes a state of extreme fear?

Back

Abject.

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What does 'travesty' mean in a critique of a theatrical performance?

Back

It describes the performance as a grotesque imitation.

Front

Define 'sylvan'.

Back

Relating to or characteristic of woods and forests.

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What does 'derelict' mean?

Back

In a very poor condition as a result of disuse and neglect.

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What is the meaning of 'profound'?

Back

Having deep meaning or significance.

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How would you describe something that is 'constant and unchanging'?

Back

Steady.

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What does 'grotesque' mean?

Back

Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted.