Vocabulary 12/11/24

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What is a labyrinth?

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A labyrinth is a complex and intricate structure or system, often resembling a maze, filled with many paths and secrets.

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What does superfluous mean?

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Superfluous means unnecessary, especially through being more than enough.

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What does it mean to vilify someone?

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To vilify someone means to speak or write about them in an abusively disparaging manner.

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What is altruism?

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Altruism is the selfless concern for the well-being of others.

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What is a fallacy?

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A fallacy is a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments or reasoning.

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What does it mean to rescind something?

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To rescind means to revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement.

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What is a quandary?

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A quandary is a state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation.

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What does morose mean?

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Morose means sullen and ill-tempered.

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What is the meaning of the word 'candidate'?

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A candidate is a person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.

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What does it mean to claim victory?

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To claim victory means to assert that one has won or succeeded in a competition or conflict.