Vocabulary Flashcard List 8

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What does 'malleable' mean?

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Capable of being shaped or influenced; adaptable.

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What does 'conventional' mean?

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Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional.

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What does 'indiscriminate' mean?

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Done at random or without careful judgment; not selective.

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What does 'notoriety' mean?

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The state of being famous or well known for some bad quality or deed.

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What does 'eloquence' mean?

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Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing.

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What is an example of a 'malleable' material?

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Gold, which can be hammered into thin sheets.

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Provide an example of a 'conventional' practice.

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Getting married in a church ceremony.

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What is a synonym for 'indiscriminate'?

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Random.

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What is the opposite of 'notoriety'?

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Fame for good reasons; reputation.

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What is an example of 'eloquence' in speech?

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A well-delivered speech that moves the audience emotionally.