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Which word describes an action done by one party without agreement from others?

  • Unjust
  • Unprecedented
  • Unmitigated
  • Unilateral (correct)

'Unmitigated' typically downplays the severity of a situation.

False (B)

What word describes revealing something previously hidden?

Unveil

The project's ________ depended on securing sufficient funding.

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Match the words with their meanings:

<p>Vital = Essential Vow = Solemn Promise Warrant = Justify Yield = Produce</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the word 'urge' used as a noun?

<p>She felt an urge to travel the world. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To 'validate' something means to question its accuracy.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for something essential or absolutely necessary?

<p>Vital</p> Signup and view all the answers

The judge issued a ________ for his arrest.

<p>warrant</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word describes something that has never happened before?

<p>Unprecedented (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a contract provision is deemed 'unjust', it is considered fair and equitable.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After years of conflict, the two groups began to ________ into a unified organization.

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If someone 'coerces' you into doing something, what are they doing?

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A 'cogent' argument is weak and unconvincing.

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What does it mean to be 'cognizant' of a situation?

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Even though their stories differed in some details, the witnesses' testimonies were ________ overall.

<p>coherent</p> Signup and view all the answers

In finance, what does 'collateral' typically refer to?

<p>Security for a debt (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Colloquial' language is typically used in formal speeches and academic papers.

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The statue was a ________ of power and strength.

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Which process is best described by 'combustion'?

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A 'commendation' is a form of scolding or reprimand.

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The hotel room was surprisingly ________, with plenty of space for all of our luggage.

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Match the word to the definition:

<p>Cobbler = A person who repairs shoes Coalesce = To fuse into a whole Coerce = To force someone to do something Cogent = Intellectually convincing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following acts is the closest example of a unilateral decision?

<p>A king declaring war without consulting his advisors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 'yield' in the context of investments always refers to a profit.

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The lawyer argued that there was no legal ________ for the police to search the property without a warrant.

<p>warrant</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following situations involves coerced behavior?

<p>A prisoner confessing to a crime after being tortured (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If something is considered 'unprecedented', it is likely a common occurrence.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe a scenario where the yield of a crop might be low.

<p>Drought</p> Signup and view all the answers

Despite the defendant's compelling testimony, the evidence didn't ________ his claims.

<p>validate</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would the term 'unmitigated disaster' be most appropriate?

<p>A catastrophic earthquake causing widespread destruction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 'commodious' apartment would likely feel cramped and uncomfortable.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The intricate plot twists gradually __________ as the movie neared its climax, revealing the hidden connections between the characters.

<p>coalesced</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms to their proper application

<p>Unilateral decision = A business owner decides to change suppliers without consulting the purchasing department, leading to logistical problems. Cogent Argument = A prosecutor presenting a case built on irrefutable evidence and reason, swaying the jury towards a guilty verdict. Unmitigated failure = An experimental new drug which resulted in catastrophic side effects and no medical benefit, leading to the immediate termination of the project. Colossus project = The building of the Three Gorges Dam in China, a feat of engineering transforming China's landscape and energy capabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which situation demonstrates the most nuanced understanding of 'warrant'?

<p>All of the above accurately represent the use of warrant. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Unilateral

Involving only one side, party, or person; done without the agreement of others.

Unjust

Not fair, equitable, or morally right; violating principles of justice.

Unmitigated

Absolute, total, or unqualified, often to emphasize something bad.

Unprecedented

Never done or known before; without a previous example.

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Unveil

To reveal or make known something that was previously hidden.

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Urge

To strongly encourage someone to take action; A strong desire to do something.

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Validate

To confirm, support, or prove the accuracy of something.

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Viability

The ability to work successfully or be effective; survive or develop.

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Vital

Essential or absolutely necessary for life, success, or function.

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Vow

A solemn promise or commitment; To make a serious promise.

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Warrant

To justify or give reason for something; A legal document.

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Yield

To produce or provide; To give way to pressure; The amount produced.

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Coalesce

To fuse into a whole.

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Cobbler

A person who makes or repairs shoes.

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Coerce

To make somebody do something by force or threat.

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Cogent

Intellectually convincing.

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Cognizant

Aware, mindful.

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Coherent

Logically consistent, intelligible.

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Collateral

Secondary; security for a debt.

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Colloquial

Characteristic of informal conversation.

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Collusion

Secret agreement, conspiracy.

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Colossus

A gigantic statue or thing.

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Combustion

The act or process of burning.

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Commendation

A notice of approval or recognition.

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Commensurate

Corresponding in size or amount.

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Commodious

Roomy

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Study Notes

  • Unilateral describes something done by only one side without agreement from others.
  • Unjust describes something that is not fair or morally right.
  • Unmitigated means absolute or total, often emphasizing something negative.
  • Unprecedented describes something that has never happened before.
  • Unveil means to reveal something previously hidden.
  • Urge (verb) means to strongly encourage action; (noun) means a strong desire.
  • Validate means to confirm the truth or accuracy of something.
  • Viability refers to the ability to be successful or effective.
  • Vital means essential or absolutely necessary.
  • Vow (noun) is a solemn promise; (verb) means to make a serious promise.
  • Warrant (verb) means to justify something; (noun) is a legal authorization.
  • Yield (verb) means to produce or surrender; (noun) is the amount produced.
  • Coalesce means to fuse into a whole.
  • Cobbler is someone who makes or repairs shoes.
  • Coerce means to make someone do something by force or threat.
  • Cogent means intellectually convincing.
  • Cognizant means aware or mindful.
  • Coherent means logically consistent and intelligible.
  • Collateral (adj.) means secondary; (noun) means security for a debt.
  • Colloquial describes informal conversation.
  • Collusion is a secret agreement or conspiracy.
  • Colossus is a gigantic statue or thing.
  • Combustion is the process of burning.
  • Commendation is a notice of approval.
  • Commensurate means corresponding in size or amount.
  • Commodious means roomy.

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