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Which word describes the act of examining something closely with the goal of finding flaws or inconsistencies?
Which word describes the act of examining something closely with the goal of finding flaws or inconsistencies?
Which word describes something that has a variety of different angles or perspectives?
Which word describes something that has a variety of different angles or perspectives?
Which word describes a situation where someone is unsure about what to do next?
Which word describes a situation where someone is unsure about what to do next?
Which word describes an object that is resistant to being affected by external influences?
Which word describes an object that is resistant to being affected by external influences?
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Which word describes the act of making something less valuable or important?
Which word describes the act of making something less valuable or important?
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Which word describes something that is made by humans, rather than occurring naturally?
Which word describes something that is made by humans, rather than occurring naturally?
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Which word describes the act of changing the essential nature of something?
Which word describes the act of changing the essential nature of something?
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Which word best describes the act of carefully analyzing something to look for hidden flaws or inconsistencies?
Which word best describes the act of carefully analyzing something to look for hidden flaws or inconsistencies?
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Which word is a synonym for "charm" when used to describe the ability to attract and fascinate?
Which word is a synonym for "charm" when used to describe the ability to attract and fascinate?
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Which word describes the process of making something less valuable or important, whether intentionally or unintentionally?
Which word describes the process of making something less valuable or important, whether intentionally or unintentionally?
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Which word describes a situation where someone is uncertain about the right course of action, leaving them feeling confused and hesitant?
Which word describes a situation where someone is uncertain about the right course of action, leaving them feeling confused and hesitant?
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Which word describes a copy of something, identical in every detail, faithfully reproducing its appearance?
Which word describes a copy of something, identical in every detail, faithfully reproducing its appearance?
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Which word describes something that is unaffected by external forces or influences, remaining unchanged despite external pressures?
Which word describes something that is unaffected by external forces or influences, remaining unchanged despite external pressures?
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If something is characterized as "nondescript," what does it mean?
If something is characterized as "nondescript," what does it mean?
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A highly sought-after antique vase will likely depreciate if it is discovered to be a skillful facsimile. What is the most likely reason for this depreciation?
A highly sought-after antique vase will likely depreciate if it is discovered to be a skillful facsimile. What is the most likely reason for this depreciation?
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Flashcards
Allure
Allure
The power to attract or charm.
Antiquity
Antiquity
The ancient world, especially before the Middle Ages; quality of great age.
Appraise
Appraise
To estimate the value of; to evaluate.
Cleave
Cleave
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Impervious
Impervious
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Quandary
Quandary
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Scintillate
Scintillate
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Antiquities
Antiquities
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Depreciate
Depreciate
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Facet
Facet
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Facsimile
Facsimile
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Nondescript
Nondescript
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Repose
Repose
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Scrutinize
Scrutinize
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Depreciate (verb)
Depreciate (verb)
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Transmute (verb)
Transmute (verb)
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Synthetic (adjective)
Synthetic (adjective)
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Cleave (verb)
Cleave (verb)
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Facet (noun)
Facet (noun)
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Definitions
- Allure: The power to attract or charm.
- Antiquity:
- The ancient world, especially before the Middle Ages.
- The quality of great age.
- Antiquities: Valuable objects from ancient times.
- Appraise: To estimate the value of; to form a judgment of; to evaluate.
- Cleave: To cling to or be faithful to; to split with force or a sharp instrument.
- Depreciate: To make or become less in value; to represent as of little value; to belittle.
- Facet:
- Any of the many small, flat surfaces on a precious stone made by cutting.
- One of many sides or aspects of something.
- Facsimile: An exact copy.
- Impervious:
- Incapable of being penetrated.
- Not affected or disturbed by.
- Nondescript: Hard to describe because of a lack of distinctive qualities or features.
- Quandary: A state of being in doubt about what to do.
- Repose:
- To lie at rest.
- To place (power, etc.) in some person or group.
- A state of rest or relaxation.
- Scintillate: To flash or sparkle; lively and witty.
- Scrutinize: To examine with great care; close examination.
- Synthetic: Not naturally produced; made by artificial processes.
- Transmute: To change the form or appearance of.
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