Unit 14 Vocabulary Workshop Blue Flashcards

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alibi

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(n.) A claim of having been elsewhere when a crime was committed; a reason given to explain something.

Synonyms: an excuse, explanation, story, defense.

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confederate

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(n.) A person, state, or country that joins with another for a common purpose; a partner in crime.

Synonyms: an ally, accomplice.

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discharge

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(v.) To let go; to unload cargo or passengers; to fire off; to give off.

(n.) a release or letting go; a firing off

Synonyms: to release, dismiss, shoot; a dismissal.

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economical

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(adj.) Careful about spending money or using resources.

Synonyms: thrifty, frugal, saving.

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frank

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(adj.) Honest in expressing thoughts and feelings.

Synonyms: direct, blunt, straightforward, truthful.

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modify

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(v.) To change somewhat.

Synonyms: to adjust, alter, adapt, vary, revise.

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mutiny

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(n.) An open rebellion against authority

(v.) to rebel against those in charge.

Synonyms: revolt and uprising.

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negative

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(adj.) Saying "no"; not positive or helpful; less than zero.

(n.) a "no" expression; a photo image that reverses light and dark areas

Synonyms: bad, unfavorable.

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pursue

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(v.) To chase in order to catch; to strive to achieve.

Synonyms: follow, hunt, run after, aim for, work for

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reign

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(n.) The power or rule of a monarch; a monarch's period of rule

(v.) to rule as a monarch; to be widespread

Synonyms: regime, control.