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What does 'bolster' mean?
What does 'bolster' mean?
What does it mean to depreciate?
What does it mean to depreciate?
To fall or decrease in value or price
Define 'indiscriminate'.
Define 'indiscriminate'.
Not chosen carefully; not based on careful selection
What does 'inquisitive' mean?
What does 'inquisitive' mean?
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What does 'nebulous' mean?
What does 'nebulous' mean?
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Define 'relegate'.
Define 'relegate'.
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What does 'replete' mean?
What does 'replete' mean?
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Define 'sedentary'.
Define 'sedentary'.
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What is a 'tenet'?
What is a 'tenet'?
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What does 'terse' mean?
What does 'terse' mean?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Study Notes
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Bolster: Refers to the act of reinforcing or providing support, often with a solid object to enhance strength or stability.
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Depreciate: Signifies a reduction in value or worth, commonly used in financial contexts to describe asset value decreases.
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Indiscriminate: Describes actions or choices made without careful selection, leading to a lack of discernment or thoughtfulness.
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Inquisitive: Characterizes a person or behavior that shows curiosity and a strong desire to learn new information.
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Nebulous: Conveys concepts or ideas that are vague or unclear, lacking definitive or precise characteristics.
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Relegate: Involves assigning someone or something to a position of lesser importance or a less favorable condition, often in hierarchical contexts.
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Replete: Indicates a state of being abundantly supplied or filled, generally used to describe an ample availability of resources.
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Sedentary: Refers to a lifestyle or condition characterized by minimal physical activity or prolonged periods of sitting, often associated with health implications.
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Tenet: Defines a foundational belief or principle embraced by individuals or groups, forming the basis of their ideology or philosophy.
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Terse: Describes language that is brief and to the point, delivering messages in a concise and effective manner without unnecessary words.
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Enhance your vocabulary skills with these flashcards from Chapter 9. Each card features a word along with its definition to help you understand and remember key terms effectively. Perfect for students looking to expand their language proficiency.
