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What does the term 'abstain' most closely mean?
What does the term 'abstain' most closely mean?
Which situation best illustrates the meaning of 'abject'?
Which situation best illustrates the meaning of 'abject'?
In what context would 'abjure' be appropriately used?
In what context would 'abjure' be appropriately used?
Which action does NOT align with the meaning of 'abrogate'?
Which action does NOT align with the meaning of 'abrogate'?
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What is a possible consequence of 'abduction'?
What is a possible consequence of 'abduction'?
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What does the term 'abrogate' imply in a legal context?
What does the term 'abrogate' imply in a legal context?
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Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'abstruse'?
Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'abstruse'?
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If someone decides to 'abstain' from an event, what are they doing?
If someone decides to 'abstain' from an event, what are they doing?
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What action does the term 'accede' suggest when someone agrees to a proposal?
What action does the term 'accede' suggest when someone agrees to a proposal?
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What is the significance of the term 'absolution' in a moral or legal sense?
What is the significance of the term 'absolution' in a moral or legal sense?
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Study Notes
Verbs
- Abase: To humiliate, degrade
- Abate: To reduce, lessen
- Abdicate: To give up a position, usually of leadership
- Abduct: To kidnap, take by force
- Abet: To aid, help, encourage
- Abide: 1. To put up with; 2. To remain
- Abort: To give up on a half-finished project or effort
- Abridge: 1. To cut down, shorten; 2. (adj.) shortened
- Abrogate: To abolish, usually by authority
- Abscond: To sneak away and hide
- Accede: To agree
- Accentuate: To stress, highlight
Nouns
- Aberration: Something that differs from the norm
- Abnegation: Denial of comfort to oneself
- Absolution: Freedom from blame, guilt, sin
Adjectives
- Abject: Wretched, pitiful
- Abstruse: Hard to comprehend
Other
- Abjure: To reject, renounce
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Test your understanding of various English verbs, nouns, and adjectives. This quiz covers meanings and uses of words such as 'abase', 'abject', and 'absolution'. Enhance your vocabulary and mastery of English language nuances.
