Vocabulary Flashcards

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What does 'exploitation' mean?

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The act of using someone or something unfairly for one's own advantage.

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What does 'incriminate' mean?

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To make someone appear guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.

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What does 'invigorate' mean?

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To give strength or energy to; to energize.

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What does 'luminous' mean?

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Emitting or reflecting light; shining.

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What does 'oblivion' mean?

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The state of being unaware or unconscious; the state of being forgotten.

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What does 'odious' mean?

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Extremely unpleasant; repulsive.

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What does 'pulverize' mean?

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To reduce to fine particles; to crush or grind.

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What does 'radical' mean?

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Relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something; extreme.

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What does 'rationalize' mean?

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To attempt to explain or justify behavior or an attitude with logical reasons.

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What does 'subside' mean?

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To become less intense, violent, or severe; to diminish.