Sadlier Vocabulary Unit 11

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What does the term 'despair' mean?

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To give up all hope; total loss of hope; a cause of loss of hope.

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Define 'missionary'.

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A person on an assignment, often of a religious nature; someone sent by a church to a foreign land to teach religion and do charity work.

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What is the meaning of 'extraordinary'?

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Beyond the usual or expected; highly unusual or rare.

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What does 'chant' refer to?

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To sing; to recite in a tone that varies only a little or not at all; a song in such a tone; words or phrases repeated in rhythm.

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Explain the term 'reflect'.

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To throw back, as heat, light, or sound; to give back an image of, as a mirror; to make apparent, show, or demonstrate; to think deeply about.

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What is the opposite of 'despair'?

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Hope or optimism.

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In what contexts might a 'missionary' operate?

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In religious contexts, often in foreign lands, teaching religion and performing charity work.

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Provide a synonym for 'extraordinary'.

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Remarkable or exceptional.

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What is a common use of 'chant' in religious practices?

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Chanting is often used in prayers or hymns.

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How can 'reflect' be used in a psychological context?

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To think deeply about one's thoughts, feelings, or experiences.