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What does the term 'covert' mean?
What does the term 'covert' mean?
- Public; well-known
- Transparent; clear
- Hidden; undercover (correct)
- Visible; obvious
Which word describes the act of taking credit for someone else's work?
Which word describes the act of taking credit for someone else's work?
- Plagiarism (correct)
- Bilk
- Engender
- Nuance
What does 'knotty' refer to in the context of a problem?
What does 'knotty' refer to in the context of a problem?
- Simple; easy to understand
- Obvious; clear-cut
- Complex; difficult to solve (correct)
- Boring; uninteresting
Which of the following best defines 'renown'?
Which of the following best defines 'renown'?
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What is the meaning of 'tangent' in a conversation context?
What is the meaning of 'tangent' in a conversation context?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Definitions
- Abrasive describes something rough, coarse, or harsh.
- Bilk means to cheat or defraud someone.
- Covert refers to something hidden or undercover.
- Engender means to cause or bring about something.
- A hangar is a storage area, similar to a garage, for airplanes.
- Knotty describes something complex or difficult to solve.
- Nuance refers to something subtle, like a fine shade of meaning.
- Plagiarism is the act of taking credit for someone else's writing or ideas without acknowledging the source.
- Renown refers to fame or widespread recognition.
- Tangent describes a departure from the main subject or topic.
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