English 1 Week 3 & 4 Vocabulary Review

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What does 'augment' mean?

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To make something greater by adding to it; to increase.

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Use 'augment' in a sentence.

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The company plans to augment its workforce by hiring more employees.

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What does 'audacious' mean?

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Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks; daring.

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Use 'audacious' in a sentence.

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The audacious explorer ventured into the uncharted territory.

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What does 'ascertain' mean?

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To find out or learn with certainty.

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Use 'ascertain' in a sentence.

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He tried to ascertain the truth by asking more questions.

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What does 'aversion' mean?

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A strong dislike or disinclination.

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Use 'aversion' in a sentence.

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She has a strong aversion to loud noises and prefers quiet places.

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What does 'arcane' mean?

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Understood by few; mysterious or secret.

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Use 'arcane' in a sentence.

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The arcane symbols on the ancient artifact puzzled the archaeologists.