Vocabulary Flashcard List 4

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What does the word "adhere" mean?

Back

To stick completely to a surface or substance

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What is an "anecdote"?

Back

A short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person

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What does "cumbersome" mean?

Back

Large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use

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What is a "discrepancy"?

Back

A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts

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What does "impervious" mean?

Back

Unable to be affected by

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What does "lethargic" mean?

Back

Sluggish

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What does "minute" mean in this context?

Back

Extremely small

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What does "peril" mean?

Back

Serious and immediate danger

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What does "pungent" mean?

Back

Having an intensely strong taste or smell

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What does "skeptical" mean?

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Not easily convinced