Vocabulary for Unit 3 "Humans Need to Explore Space"

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What does the word 'erupt' mean?

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To burst forth or break out suddenly, often used in the context of volcanoes or explosions.

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What is a synonym for 'erupt'?

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Explode.

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What does 'prominent' mean in the context of a feature?

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Standing out so as to be easily seen; important or well-known.

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What is a synonym for 'plague'?

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Afflict.

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What does 'administration' refer to?

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The process or activity of running a business, organization, etc.; the management of public affairs.

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What is the pronunciation of the word 'administration'?

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(ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən)

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What does 'synonym' mean?

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A word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is the meaning of 'distinctive'?

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Characteristic of one person or thing, and so serving to distinguish it from others.

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What does 'context' mean?

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The circumstances or setting surrounding an event, statement, or idea that help to clarify its meaning.

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What is the meaning of 'afflict'?

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To cause pain or suffering to; to trouble or distress.