TSIA Vocabulary Set 2

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edification

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The instruction or improvement of a person morally or intellectually.

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kismet

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A fate or destiny; often used to describe events that are meant to happen.

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writhe

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To twist or squirm in pain or discomfort.

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ablution

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The act of washing oneself, often for ritual purposes.

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carrion

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The decaying flesh of dead animals.

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pronunciation

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The way in which a word is pronounced.

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spelling

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The process or activity of writing or naming the letters of a word in the correct sequence.

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vocabulary

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The body of words used in a particular language or by a particular person or group.

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definition

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A statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase.

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etymology

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The study of the origin of words and how their meanings have changed throughout history.