Unit Five Vocabulary Flashcards

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definition of abridge

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to make shorter

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definition of adherent

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Noun: A follower, supporter

Adj: attached, sticking to

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definition of altercation

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a noisy argument or disagreement

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definition of condone

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to accept and allow behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive to continue

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definition of dissent

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the expression or holding of opinions at variance with those previously, commonly, or officially held

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definition of eminent

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famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession

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definition of fabricate

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to invent or concoct something, typically with deceitful intent

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definition of irate

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feeling or characterized by great anger

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definition of posthumous

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occurring, awarded, or appearing after the death of the originator

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definition of prim

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stiffly formal and respectable; feeling or showing disapproval of anything regarded as improper