Vocabulary Flashcard #2

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What does the term 'omniscient' mean?

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Having complete or unlimited knowledge, awareness, or understanding; perceiving all things.

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What does 'secede' mean in a political context?

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To formally withdraw from an organization, alliance, or political entity.

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What does it mean to 'retract' a statement?

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To withdraw or take back a statement or claim.

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What is the meaning of 'retrospect'?

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A review or contemplation of past events.

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What does 'obfuscate' mean?

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To deliberately make something unclear or difficult to understand.

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What is the definition of 'ambiguous'?

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Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.

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What does 'dichotomy' refer to?

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A division or contrast between two things that are represented as being opposed or entirely different.

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What does 'paradox' mean?

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A statement that contradicts itself but may nonetheless be true.

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What is the meaning of 'cognizant'?

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Having knowledge or being aware of something.

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What does 'nuance' refer to?

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A subtle difference in meaning, expression, or sound.