Chapter 4 Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does eager mean?

Back

wanting to do something

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What does exception mean?

Back

a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule.

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What does it mean if someone or something is asymptomatic?

Back

a person who has a disease/infection and doesn't show symptoms

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What does whisked mean?

Back

to take or move (someone or something) in a particular direction suddenly and quickly.

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Who is the author of Patient Zero?

Back

Marilee Peters

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What is the meaning of the word 'anticipate'?

Back

to expect or predict something.

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What does 'beneficial' mean?

Back

resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.

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What does 'consequence' mean?

Back

a result or effect of an action or condition.

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What does 'diligent' mean?

Back

showing care and effort in one's work or duties.

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What does 'empathy' mean?

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the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.