W.O.W. Flashcard # 9-12

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What is a synonym for 'effervescent'?

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Frothy

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What does 'deference' mean?

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Respect and esteem to a superior or elder

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What part of speech is 'equivocal'?

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Adjective

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What does 'deference' imply in the sentence 'Her relatives treat one another with deference'?

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They show respect to each other.

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What does the old man deprecate?

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TV sitcoms

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Define 'effervescent'.

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Bubbling with high spirits; lively.

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Provide an example of 'deference' in a sentence.

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In a meeting, the junior staff showed deference to the opinions of their manager.

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What is the opposite of 'effervescent'?

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Flat

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What is an example of a situation where 'deference' is shown?

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A student listening attentively to a teacher.

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What does 'equivocal' mean?

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Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous.