Unit 1 Vocab Review

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aghast

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struck by shock, terror, or amazement

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affliction

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something that causes suffering or pain

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plight

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a situation, especially a bad or unfortunate one

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wail

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a long loud, high-pitched cry expressing grief, sorrow, or fear

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loathsome

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causing loathing; abhorrent

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preamble

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a preliminary statement

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virtue

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chastity, especially in a woman

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sovereignty

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complete independence and self-government

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bequeath

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to pass (something) on to another; hand down

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rebuke

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to criticize sharply or reprimand