Unit 15 Vocabulary Flashcards

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crucial

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(adj.) of supreme importance, decisive, critical

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parable

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(n.) a short narrative designed to teach a moral lesson

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befall

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(v.) to happen, occur; to happen to

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rational

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based on or in accordance with reason or logic

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fiasco

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(n.) the complete collapse or failure of a project

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negligent

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(adj.) marked by carelessness or indifference; failing to do what should be done

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heritage

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(n.) an inheritance; a birthright

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veneer

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(n.) a thin outer layer; a surface appearance or decoration; (v.) to cover with a thin layer

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garnish

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(v.) to adorn or decorate, especially food; (n.) an ornament or decoration, especially for food

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pallid

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(adj.) pale, lacking color; weak and lifeless