TKAM Chap 1 Vocabulary

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Monumental

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Extremely important, significant, or impressive; often used to describe something on a large scale or with lasting influence.

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Posthumous

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Occurring or published after someone's death, often referring to works, honors, or recognition.

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Insight

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The capacity to gain a deep understanding of a person, situation, or concept; a clear or intuitive understanding.

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Empathy

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The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person by putting oneself in their position.

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Assuage

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To make an unpleasant feeling less intense; to relieve or ease.

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Piety

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Devotion to religious duties and practices; a strong sense of reverence or respect for God or religious principles.

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Taciturn

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Reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.

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Imprudent

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Lacking caution or good judgment; rash or unwise in actions or decisions.

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Eccentric

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Unconventional and slightly strange in behavior, appearance, or character.

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Nocturnal

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Active or occurring during the night; opposite of diurnal.