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What does the word 'candid' mean?
What is a candle?
A long, usually slender piece of tallow or wax with an embedded wick that is burned to give light.
What is the meaning of incandescent?
Intensely bright; brilliant.
What is a candelabra?
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What is candescence?
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What is a candidate?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Study Notes
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Candid
- Refers to something informal or unposed.
- Associated with being frank, outspoken, and sincere in communication.
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Candle
- A slender, long object made from tallow or wax.
- Contains an embedded wick and is burned for illumination.
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Incandescent
- Characterizes an intense brightness or brilliance.
- Commonly associated with light sources that emit a brilliant glow when heated.
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Candelabra
- An elegant ornamental holder designed to accommodate multiple candles.
- Typically branched for aesthetic and functional purposes.
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Candescence
- Describes a state of glowing whiteness.
- Represents the glow emitted when something is heated to incandescence.
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Candidate
- A person nominated or chosen by others for a specific role or honor.
- Engages in contests or selections for positions, offices, or awards.
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This quiz features a series of flashcards focused on words related to 'cand' and 'candle'. Each card provides a key vocabulary term along with its definition, helping you expand your understanding of these glowing concepts. Test your knowledge of these illuminating words and their meanings.
