English 12 ~ Vocab. Assessment Practice (16-30)

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Trepidation

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A feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen.

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Semantics

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The study of meaning in language; understanding the meaning of words in context.

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Lethargy

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A state of sluggishness, inactivity, and apathy.

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Languish

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To suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant situation.

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Ambiguity

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The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.

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Zeal

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Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective.

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Tenacious

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Holding fast; characterized by keeping a firm hold.

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Kibosh

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To put an end to something; to halt or stop.

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Assertion

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A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.

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Nepotism

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The practice among those with power or influence of favoring relatives or friends.