Vocabulary Flashcards Unit 4

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Staple (Noun)

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An item (often food) that is used or needed constantly

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Renounce (Verb)

Back

To officially give up or refuse something (like an idea or possession)

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Tedious (Adjective)

Back

Taking too long; slow; tiresome

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Decipher (Verb)

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Figure out based on clues; decode

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Muster (Verb)

Back

Gather or bring together

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Monotony (Noun)

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A lack of variety; boring repetition or routine

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Instill (Verb)

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Slowly place an idea, attitude, or value in someone’s mind

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Discern (Verb)

Back

Recognize or perceive something

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Turbulent (Adjective)

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Disordered or chaotic

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Succumb (Verb)

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Give in to temptation; die from an illness or injury.