Flashcard #1

Flashcard #1

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

abbreviate

Back

to shorten something by leaving a part, or parts, out

Sentence: We often abbreviate long phrases like "as soon as possible" to "ASAP" in casual communication.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

abridge

Back

1. to reduce in scope;
2. to shorten while maintaining the essence

Sentence: The author agreed to abridge the 500-page novel into a shorter version for younger readers, keeping only the key events.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

abscond

Back

to run away and hide; especially to avoid capture by law enforcers

Sentence: The employee tried to abscond with the company's money but was caught at the airport.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

absolve

Back

  1. 1. to declare free from guilt;

2. to free from duty or a promise

  • Sentence: The jury's verdict absolved the defendant of all charges, proving his innocence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

absorb

Back

to take up the full energy or attention of; engross

Sentence: The sponge can absorb a large amount of water, making it ideal for cleaning spills.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

abstain

Back

to hold back (from); refrain from

Sentence: During the vote, she chose to abstain because she didn’t agree with either option.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

accentuate

Back

to pronounce or mark with a stress or accent; emphasize

Sentence: The black eyeliner helped accentuate her green eyes, making them stand out.

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