Review for AP Vocab Flashcard 12

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Corroborate

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To confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.

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Daunting

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Intimidating or causing one to feel apprehensive.

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Embellish

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To decorate or enhance something, often by adding fictitious details.

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Contemporary

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Belonging to the present time; modern.

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Perceptive

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Having or showing sensitive insight; observant.

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Testimony

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A formal written or spoken statement, especially one given in a court of law.

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Apprehensive

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Anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen.

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Enhance

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To improve the quality, value, or extent of something.

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Fictitious

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Not real or true; imaginary or fabricated.

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Insight

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The capacity to gain an accurate understanding of someone or something.