Vocabulary Flashcards

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barrage

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(n.) a rapid, large-scale outpouring of something

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bigot

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(n.) an intolerant, prejudiced, or biased person

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designate

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(v.) to indicate, point out; to appoint; (adj.) selected but not yet installed

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diversity

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(n.) difference, variety; a condition of having many different types or forms

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enigma

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(n.) someone or something that is extremely puzzling; that which cannot be understood or explained

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gloat

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(v.) to look at or think about with great intensity and satisfaction; to take great personal joy in

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global

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(adj.) of, relating to, or involving the entire world; comprehensive

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illusion

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(n.) a false idea; something that one seems to see or to be aware of that really does not exist

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infuriate

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(v.) to make very angry, enrage

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motivate

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(v.) to provide with a reason for doing; to push on to some goal