Flashcard #16

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oppression

Back

weighing heavily on the mind

Sentence: The workers lived under the oppression of strict rules and unfair wages.

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ordain

Back

to order, establish

Sentence: The king ordained new laws to improve the welfare of his people.

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ostensible

Back

apparent, seeming

Sentence: The ostensible reason for the meeting was to discuss new policies, but the real goal was to announce the company's new direction.

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outcome

Back

result, consequence

Sentence: The outcome of the experiment was surprising, contradicting earlier predictions.

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paramount

Back

utmost, supreme

Sentence: The safety of the passengers is paramount during the flight.

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penurious

Back

unwilling to part with money, poverty

Sentence: The penurious old man lived in a small, shabby house and rarely spent money.

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to perceive

Back

mentally grasp, observe

Sentence: She could perceive the tension in the room as soon as she walked in.

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perfunctory

Back

done without care

Sentence: His perfunctory apology lacked sincerity and did not resolve the issue.

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periphery

Back

the edge, an outside boundary line

Sentence: They walked along the periphery of the park, enjoying the view of the city skyline.

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perishable

Back

likely to spoil or deteriorate

Sentence: Fresh fruits and vegetables are perishable and need to be consumed soon after purchase.