Vocabulary List 1 ENG 12

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apotheosis

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The perfect form or example of something; quintessence; the highest or best part of something; elevation to divine status.

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apostasy

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An act of refusing to continue to follow, obey, or recognize a religious faith; abandonment of a previous loyalty; defection.

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intrepid

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Characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance; adventurous.

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efficacy

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The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.

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fidelity

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Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.

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zealotry

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Fanatical and uncompromising pursuit of religious, political, or other ideals.

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antithesis

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A person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else.

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paradox

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A statement that contradicts itself but might be true; a situation that seems impossible or illogical.

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anathema

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Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes; a formal curse by a pope or church.

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quintessence

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The most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.