Vocabulary Flashcards

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abolish (v)

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to do away completely with something; put an end to

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appeal (n)

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a sincere or strong request for something that is needed; a quality or ability that attracts or interests people; a request to a higher court for review of a legal action

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appeal (v)

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to ask strongly for help, understanding or something else needed

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brittle (adj.)

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easily broken, snapped, or cracked; not flexible

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condemn (v)

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to criticize a person or action as wrong, guilty, or evil

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descend (v)

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to move to a lower place from a higher one; to come or be handed down from the past

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dictator (n)

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a ruler or leader who has total power

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expand (v)

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to open up, make or grow larger; to develop

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famine (n)

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a severe shortage of food over a large area

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portable (adj.)

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easily moved or carried