Vocabulary Flashcards

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Desolate

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Definition: A state of empty, bleak, or abandoned; lacking inhabitants. Example: After the storm, the once lively town looked desolate, with broken windows and empty streets.

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Refuge

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Definition: A place of shelter or protection from danger or distress. Example: The hikers sought refuge in a cave when the sudden storm rolled in.

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Preserve

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Definition: To maintain something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay. Example: The park service works hard to preserve the natural beauty of the forests and wildlife.

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Afflict

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Definition: To cause pain, suffering, or distress. Example: The drought afflicts many farmers, making it hard for them to grow crops.

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Grotesque

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Definition: Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted; bizarre. Example: The artist's grotesque sculptures shocked visitors with their unusual shapes and features.

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Concoctions

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Definition: Mixtures or combinations of various ingredients or elements, often created for a specific purpose. Example: The chef is known for her delicious concoctions, blending flavors from around the world.

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Quivering

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Definition: Trembling or shaking with slight rapid motions.

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Vile

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Definition: Extremely unpleasant, morally reprehensible; disgusting. Example: The vile smell from the dumpster made it difficult to walk past without gagging.