Vocabulary Flashcards

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inspiration (noun)

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something or someone that motivates or compels one to do something. Example: Louise Thaden was her inspiration for becoming a pilot.

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integrity (noun)

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the quality of being honest or having strong moral principles. Example: She questioned his integrity after she caught him in a lie.

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invest (verb)

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to give, usually of time, money, or attention. Example: Eustace invested in his future by saving money.

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plebe (noun)

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nickname for freshman at a military academy. Example: Every plebe at this military academy has to take certain classes during their first year.

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stroke (noun)

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in sports, a repeated motion or movement with the arms. Example: Our swimming coach told us to do twenty strokes to warm up.

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affirmative (adjective)

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agreeing with or consenting. Example: We booked the flight once everyone gave an affirmative answer.

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critical (adjective)

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relating to the analysis of the merits of a work of literature or art. Example: The book was a critical success, but it did not have many sales.

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facile (adjective)

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superficial or simplistic knowledge; lacking full understanding of a subject. Example: That solution is too facile for this very complex problem.

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indifferent (adjective)

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uninteresting or unimpressive; mediocre. Example: Many people praised the play, but I thought that the actors gave an indifferent performance.

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solitude (noun)

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a state of being alone on purpose. Example: Rather than trying to make plans with friends, Kaylen prefers to spend her weekends in solitude.