Sadlier-Oxford Level D Unit 7

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What is the meaning of 'apex'?

Back

The highest point or tip.

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What does 'inundate' mean?

Back

To flood or overflow; to overwhelm by numbers or size.

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Define 'assimilate'.

Back

To absorb fully; to adopt as one's own; to adapt fully.

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What is a 'metropolis'?

Back

A large city; the chief city of an area.

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What does 'exorbitant' mean?

Back

Unreasonably high; excessive.

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What is the definition of 'momentous'?

Back

Of great importance or significance.

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What does 'perilous' mean?

Back

Full of danger or risk.

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Define 'tirade'.

Back

A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation.

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What is the meaning of 'interim'?

Back

Temporary; provisional.

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What does 'obstreperous' mean?

Back

Noisy and difficult to control; unruly.