Vocabulary Context and Meaning Flashcard

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What does the word 'burgeon' mean?

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To begin to grow rapidly.

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What is the best definition of 'accolade'?

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An award or honor.

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What does 'anachronistic' mean in the context of time?

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Out of place in time.

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What is a synonym for 'amicable'?

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Friendly.

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What word best fits the sentence: 'Despite the _______ of the task, she completed it with determination.'?

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Arduousness.

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What does 'antithesis' mean?

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A contrast or opposition between two things.

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Define 'metaphor'.

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A figure of speech that implies a comparison between two unlike things.

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What is the meaning of 'ubiquitous'?

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Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

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What does 'cognizant' mean?

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Having knowledge or being aware of.

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What is the definition of 'dichotomy'?

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A division or contrast between two things that are represented as being opposed or entirely different.