Questions and Answers
What does 'Abstain' mean?
To deny oneself; to hold oneself back from something; refrain.
What does 'Affiliate' mean?
To join; to associate.
What does 'Agnostic' mean?
One who feels we can't know if God exists.
What does 'Aspire' mean?
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What does 'Benevolent' mean?
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What does 'Deficit' mean?
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What does 'Dissent' mean?
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What does 'Diversion' mean?
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What does 'Lucrative' mean?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Study Notes
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Abstain: To deny oneself or refrain from something, exemplified by an engagement called off due to lack of self-restraint in dating.
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Affiliate: To associate or join with a group, as illustrated by someone not aligning with any political party.
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Agnostic: A person who believes the existence of God is unknown or unknowable, highlighted by the belief that humans cannot fully understand the universe or divine principles.
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Aspire: To have a strong desire or ambition to achieve something, such as a young individual aspiring to become an architect due to a passion for drawing.
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Benevolent: Demonstrating kindness or charitable qualities, especially noted during the holiday season as a time for generosity.
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Deficit: A significant shortage or lack of resources, particularly in financial terms, as seen in a club's budget exceeding its income.
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Dissent: The expression of opposition or disagreement, with the note that certain regimes allow disagreement only in limited forms.
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Diversion: Activities intended for relaxation or entertainment, like reading mystery novels during summer vacation.
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Lucrative: Referring to activities or investments that are financially rewarding or profitable, with a caution that they can also lead to losses.
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Mandatory: Something that is required or essential, as brought up in the context of optional assignments in an academic setting that can earn extra credit.
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