Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does 'solace' mean?

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Comfort or consolation in a time of grief or disappointment.

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Define 'anthropomorphic'.

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Attributing human characteristics or behaviors to non-human entities, often used in literature and art.

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What is a synonym for 'disdain'?

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Reject.

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What does 'traumatic' mean?

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Causing emotional distress or disturbance.

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Define 'genealogy'.

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The study of family history and lineage.

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What is the meaning of 'cognition'?

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The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

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What does 'corpulent' mean?

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Excessively fat; obese.

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Define 'sedate'.

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Calm, dignified, and unhurried.

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What is the meaning of 'dormant'?

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In a state of rest or inactivity; not active or growing.

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What does 'euthanasia' refer to?

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The practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering.