Academic Seminar Vocabulary

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reprieve

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A temporary relief or break from something difficult, such as a storm.

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longevity

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The length of time that a person or organism lives or exists.

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malleable

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Capable of being shaped or bent; pliable.

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rueful

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Expressing sorrow or regret, often in a humorous way.

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flourish

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A showy gesture or display, often indicating success or growth.

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biodegradable

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Capable of being decomposed by biological processes.

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thermosetting

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A type of plastic that becomes permanently hard when heated.

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stagnant

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Not flowing or moving; inactive.

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brittle

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Easily broken or shattered; not flexible.

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rigid

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Not able to be bent or changed; stiff.