Sadlier Oxford Level D Unit 4

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What does the term 'revile' mean?

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To criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner.

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What is another word for 'chaos'?

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Anarchy - a state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority.

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What is 'larceny'?

Back

Theft of personal property.

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What does 'reprieve' mean in a legal context?

Back

To cancel or postpone someone's punishment.

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What is a 'precipice'?

Back

A very steep rock face or cliff.

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Define 'pompous'.

Back

Affectedly and irritatingly grand, solemn, or self-important.

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What does 'disentangle' mean?

Back

To free something from entanglement; to resolve a complicated situation.

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What is the meaning of 'tribulation'?

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A cause of great trouble or suffering.

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What does 'slander' refer to?

Back

The action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.

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What does 'abscond' mean?

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To leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection or arrest.