Vocabulary #5 Context Clues

Vocabulary #5 Context Clues

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English

8th Grade

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1.

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What does 'assert' mean?

Back

To declare or state as truth, maintain or defend, put forward forcefully.

2.

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Front

What does 'pulverize' mean?

Back

To grind or pound to a powder of dust; to destroy or overcome.

3.

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Front

What does 'aghast' mean?

Back

Filled with amazement, disgust, fear, or terror.

4.

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Front

What does 'prodigal' mean?

Back

Wastefully extravagant; lavishly or generously abundant.

5.

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Front

What does 'volatile' mean?

Back

Highly changeable, tending to become violent or explosive; changing quickly from the liquid to the gaseous state.

6.

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Front

What is the meaning of 'jurisdiction'?

Back

An area of authority or control; the official power to make legal decisions and judgments.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What does 'ethical' refer to?

Back

Having to do with morals, values, right and wrong; in accordance with standards of right conduct.

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