Vocabulary Workshop, Level A, Unit 3

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motivate

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(v) to provide with a reason for doing; to push on to some goal or course of action.

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infuriate

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(v) to make very angry; to enrage.

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wither

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(v) to become dry and shriveled; antonym of bloom, flower, flourish.

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slake

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(v) to satisfy, relieve, or bring to an end.

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vow

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(n) a solemn or sacred promise or pledge; (v) to declare or promise in a solemn way.

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gloat

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(v) to take pleasure in someone else's misfortune.

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pacifist

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(n) a person who believes that war and violence are unjustifiable.

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designate

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(v) to appoint to a specified position.

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sage

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(n) a profoundly wise person.

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diversity

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(n) the state of being diverse; variety.