War of the Worlds Vocabulary Words Flashcards

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Scrutinized

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Looked at something very carefully and closely to find any mistakes or problems.

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Complacency

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A feeling of being satisfied with oneself or one's achievements, often without realizing there may be problems or dangers.

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Infusoria

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Tiny, single-celled organisms found in water, often used in scientific studies. They can be seen under a microscope.

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Disillusionment

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The feeling of disappointment that comes when someone realizes that something is not as good as they thought it was.

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Scarcely

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Almost;; very little or hardly at all.

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Secular

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Occurring once every century.

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Attenuated

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Made thinner, weaker, or less intense. It can refer to something that has been reduced in size or strength.

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Incessant

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Continuing without stopping; nonstop.

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Incandescent

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Producing light when heated; shining brightly. It can also describe something that is very hot.

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Profounder

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Deeper or more intense in meaning or feeling; very serious or thoughtful.