Word Masters 2 Flashcard: Definitions and Analogies

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Life : Tribulations :: Days

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Storms - This analogy compares the challenges of life to the challenges of days, suggesting that just as life has tribulations, days can have storms.

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Rock: Break:: Spray Paint:

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Deface - This analogy shows that just as a rock can break something, spray paint can deface or damage something.

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Different Ideas : Renounce :: Different Opinions :

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Wrangle - This analogy indicates that just as one might renounce different ideas, one might wrangle over different opinions.

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Forestall : Deter :: Catalyst

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Induce - This analogy suggests that just as to forestall is to deter, a catalyst induces a reaction.

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Passionate synonym

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Zealous - The word zealous is a synonym for passionate, indicating strong enthusiasm or eagerness.

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What does 'deface' mean?

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To spoil the surface or appearance of something.

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What is a 'catalyst' in a chemical reaction?

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A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without undergoing any permanent change.

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What does 'renounce' mean?

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To formally declare one's abandonment of a claim, right, or possession.

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What is the meaning of 'wrangle'?

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To argue or dispute, often in a noisy or angry manner.

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What does 'induce' mean?

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To bring about or give rise to.