Persepolis: pages 1-39 Vocab Flashcards

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obligatory

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Required by a legal, moral, or other rule; compulsory.

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decadence

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Moral or cultural decline as characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

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avant-garde

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New and experimental ideas and methods in art, music, or literature.

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predecessor

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A person who held a job or office before the current holder.

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disciple

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A follower or student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher.

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wrath

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Extreme anger.

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imperialism

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A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.

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dynasty

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A line of hereditary rulers of a country.

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martyr

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A person who is killed because of their religious or other beliefs.

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clandestine

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Kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit.