Q2, List 1 Vocabulary Test (1)

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Contradict

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To deny the truth of a statement or to assert the opposite.

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Advocate

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To represent or support publicly.

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Objection

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A reason or argument against something.

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Distress

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A state of unhappiness or pain.

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Travail

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Painful or laborious effort.

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Debate

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A formal discussion on a particular topic where opposing arguments are put forward.

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Argument

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A reason or set of reasons given in support of an idea, action, or theory.

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Assertion

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A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.

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Refute

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To prove a statement or theory to be wrong or false.

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Consensus

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General agreement among a group.