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What is a suppressant?
What does filigree mean?
Anything very delicate
What does inconspicuous mean?
Unnoticeable, not attracting attention
What does indispensable mean?
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What is ingenuity?
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What does it mean to insulate?
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What does cavalier mean?
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What is mortality?
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What does municipal relate to?
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What does opaqueness mean?
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What does infinitesimal mean?
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What does desalination mean?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Terms from "The Big Thirst"
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Suppressant: A substance aimed at eliminating an undesirable action or condition, often used in medical contexts.
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Filigree: Refers to extremely delicate or intricate decorative work, used in art and design.
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Inconspicuous: Describes something that is not easily noticed or does not attract attention; often serves to maintain a low profile.
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Indispensable: Denotes something that is essential and cannot be dispensed with; crucial for a particular function or purpose.
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Ingenuity: The quality of being clever, imaginative, and resourceful, particularly in solving problems.
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Insulate: A process or action taken to separate something to prevent the passage of heat, electricity, or other substances.
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Cavalier: Characterized by a dismissive or haughty attitude; implies a lack of concern for others’ feelings or the importance of a matter.
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Mortality: Relates to the state of being subject to death; a fundamental aspect of human existence.
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Municipal: Pertains to a town, city, or local government; relevant to local authority and civic matters.
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Opaqueness: Refers to the quality of not being transparent; used in various contexts including materials and concepts that are not clear.
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Productized: Indicates the process of transforming something into a marketable product; encompasses commercialization efforts.
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Infinitesimal: Describes quantities that are exceedingly small, often used in mathematics and science.
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Blasé: A state of being indifferent or bored, often due to over-exposure; reflects a sense of detachment from life's experiences.
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Desalination: The process of removing salt from seawater, making it suitable for drinking and irrigation; crucial for addressing water shortages.
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Goose: In a metaphorical sense, means to strengthen or invigorate; can be applied to motivation or support.
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Inundated: Refers to being flooded or overwhelmed, commonly used in contexts like weather, information, or tasks.
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Outlawing: The act of making something unlawful; often associated with legal reforms and societal shifts.
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Robustness: Represents strength, durability, and the ability to withstand adverse conditions; applicable to both physical and conceptual contexts.
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Palatability: Describes the acceptability of something to the taste or mind; relevant in culinary and psychological contexts.
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Ambivalent: Characterizes mixed feelings or contradictory ideas regarding a person or thing; indicates difficulty in making a choice.
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Test your knowledge of vocabulary from Chapter 1 of 'The Big Thirst'. This quiz features flashcards with key terms and their definitions, designed to enhance your understanding of the text. Challenge yourself and see how many words you can accurately define!
