Vocabulary Flashcards

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aggressive

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Having or showing a readiness to attack or confront.

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catastrophe

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An event causing great and often sudden damage or suffering; a disaster.

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ecology

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The branch of biology that deals with the relations of organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings.

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ferocious

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Savagely fierce, cruel, or violent.

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inevitable

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Certain to happen; unavoidable.

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intelligible

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Able to be understood; comprehensible.

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sanctuary

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A place of refuge or safety.

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strategy

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A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.

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valid

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Having a sound basis in logic or fact; reasonable or cogent.

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motivate

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Provide (someone) with a reason for doing something.