Eraser Tattoo - Vocabulary Flashcards

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Gentrification (noun)

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The transformation of a neighborhood by wealthier people moving in, often displacing lower-income residents.

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Ritualistic (adj)

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Done in a ceremonial or habitual way with symbolic meaning.

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Melancholy (n/adj)

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A deep, reflective sadness (noun) / feeling or showing sadness (adjective).

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Reluctance (noun)

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Hesitation or unwillingness to do something.

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Emblazoned (verb - past participle)

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Decorated or inscribed with a design, symbol, or word so as to stand out.

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Transience (noun)

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The quality of being temporary or short-lived.

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Impermanence (noun)

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The state or fact of not lasting forever; changeability.

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Ephemeral (adj)

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Lasting for a very short time; fleeting.

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Defiant (adj)

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Boldly resistant or challenging authority or expectations.

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Tactile (adj)

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Related to or perceived through the sense of touch.