Flashcards #2

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adversity

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a state of poverty and trouble; a condition of misfortune or wretchedness; an instance of calamity

Sentence: Despite facing great adversity, she worked hard and eventually became successful.

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aesthetic

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1. of beauty;

2. sensitive to art and beauty; demonstrating good taste; being artistic

Sentence: The artist has a unique aesthetic that combines modern and traditional styles.

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affront

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1. to openly or purposefully insult; offend; slight;

2. to confront in a defiant manner

Sentence: His rude comment about her work was taken as a personal affront.

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agenda

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a list of things to be done; especially, a program of things to be done at a meeting

Sentence: The meeting agenda includes a discussion on budget cuts and new project proposals.

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agrarian

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1. relating to land in general;

2. relating to farms, farmers, and agriculture

Sentence: The country’s economy is largely agrarian, relying heavily on crops and livestock.

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ailment

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disease; illness; any mental or physical disorder, especially a mild but persistent one

Sentence: He went to the doctor to treat a persistent ailment causing him discomfort.

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alienate

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1. to transfer land ownership to another;

2. to estrange; make unfriendly;

3. to cause to be detached or withdrawn;

4. to cause a change of affection

Sentence: His harsh criticism alienated his friends, leaving him feeling alone.

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ally

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1. to unite or join with for a certain purpose;

2. to relate by similarity of purpose, structure, or other character

Sentence: During the war, they sought a powerful ally to strengthen their position.

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ambiguous

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1. having more than one possible meaning;

2. unclear; vague; indefinite

Sentence: His answer was so ambiguous that no one understood what he truly meant.

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ambivalence

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having conflicting feelings about a person or thing at the same time, such as love and hate

Sentence: She felt ambivalence about moving abroad, excited for the opportunities but sad to leave her family.