Vocabulary Flashcards

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Chromosome

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A threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.

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Churlish

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Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.

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Circumlocution

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The use of many words where fewer would do.

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Circumnavigate

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Sail or travel all the way around something.

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Deciduous

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Shedding its leaves annually.

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Deleterious

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Causing harm or damage.

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Diffident

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Modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence.

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Enervate

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Cause (someone) to feel drained of energy; weaken.

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Enfranchise

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Give the right to vote to.

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Epiphany

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A manifestation of a divine or supernatural being.