Midterm Vocabulary Practice

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What does 'consensus' mean?

Back

An overall agreement among a group.

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What does 'eccentric' mean?

Back

Unusual, odd, or slightly strange.

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What does 'dearth' mean?

Back

Not having enough of something.

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What does 'paramount' mean?

Back

Very important.

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What does 'ominous' mean?

Back

Giving the impression that something bad is going to happen.

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What does 'incentive' mean?

Back

A thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something.

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What does 'idealistic' mean?

Back

Characterized by idealism; unrealistically aiming for perfection.

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What does 'imply' mean?

Back

To suggest something without explicitly stating it.

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What does 'nebulous' mean?

Back

In the form of a cloud or haze; unclear or vague.

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What does 'tactful' mean?

Back

Having or showing sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.