Vocabulary Flashcards

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affect

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Have an influence upon

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definition

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A brief explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase

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describe

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Give an account or representation of in words.

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emphasize

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Stress or single out as important.

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frequent

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Coming at short intervals or habitually.

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maximum

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The largest possible quantity. Example: Felicia bought the maximum amount allowed, eight gallons, and spent two Sundays painting the house with borrowed brushes and ladders.

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negative

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Having the quality of something harmful or unpleasant. Example: “Definitely it’s affecting my business, in a negative way,” Mr. Murrar, 40, said.

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purpose

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An anticipated outcome that guides your planned actions. Example: Let me be perfectly blunt: my purpose in writing this brief note is to suggest that we meet.

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similarity

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The quality of being alike. Example: I can't help but notice the similarity between the two men: they were both involved in wars where science played a big part in the outcome.

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calculate

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having an influence on