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Which word signifies a decrease in intensity or prevalence?
Which word signifies a decrease in intensity or prevalence?
- Expand
- Abate (correct)
- Amplify
- Escalate
Which option best describes a location where animals are processed for human consumption?
Which option best describes a location where animals are processed for human consumption?
- Dairy
- Sanctuary
- Abattoir (correct)
- Butchery
Which title is given to the leader of a monastery?
Which title is given to the leader of a monastery?
- Monk
- Cleric
- Abbot (correct)
- Priest
Which of these options refers to reducing a word, or phrase, to a condensed form?
Which of these options refers to reducing a word, or phrase, to a condensed form?
Which verb means to formally relinquish power?
Which verb means to formally relinquish power?
Which term describes the act of formally giving up one's throne?
Which term describes the act of formally giving up one's throne?
Which term describes an action that deviates or departs from what is morally right, correct, or normal?
Which term describes an action that deviates or departs from what is morally right, correct, or normal?
Which of these options refers to the act of washing oneself?
Which of these options refers to the act of washing oneself?
Choose an antonym of 'Abate'
Choose an antonym of 'Abate'
Which word is a synonym for 'Shortened Form'?
Which word is a synonym for 'Shortened Form'?
Which of the following actions best describes 'abolish'?
Which of the following actions best describes 'abolish'?
What term describes inhabitants existing in a land from the earliest times, before the arrival of colonists?
What term describes inhabitants existing in a land from the earliest times, before the arrival of colonists?
Which noun refers to the inhabitants living from the earliest times in a country?
Which noun refers to the inhabitants living from the earliest times in a country?
Which of these options is the closest meaning to 'abridge'?
Which of these options is the closest meaning to 'abridge'?
Which term best defines a shortened version of a larger work?
Which term best defines a shortened version of a larger work?
What verb describes the act of canceling or doing away with a law or agreement?
What verb describes the act of canceling or doing away with a law or agreement?
What is the meaning of 'Absolution'?
What is the meaning of 'Absolution'?
Which word describes something that is wildly unreasonable, illogical, or ridiculous?
Which word describes something that is wildly unreasonable, illogical, or ridiculous?
What does 'accelerate' mean?
What does 'accelerate' mean?
Which of the following is the closest meaning to 'accolade'?
Which of the following is the closest meaning to 'accolade'?
Which noun describes a person who helps another to commit a crime?
Which noun describes a person who helps another to commit a crime?
What does it mean to 'accord' with something?
What does it mean to 'accord' with something?
What is the role of an 'accountant'?
What is the role of an 'accountant'?
Which adjective describes something sharp and direct, often in tone?
Which adjective describes something sharp and direct, often in tone?
Which field of study focuses on the scientific principles of sound?
Which field of study focuses on the scientific principles of sound?
Flashcards
Abate
Abate
To become less intense or widespread.
Abattoir
Abattoir
A place where animals are slaughtered for food.
Abbot
Abbot
The superior of a monastery.
Abbreviation
Abbreviation
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Abdicate
Abdicate
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Abdication
Abdication
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Aberration
Aberration
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Ablution
Ablution
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Synonym
Synonym
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Antonym
Antonym
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Abolish
Abolish
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Aboriginal
Aboriginal
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Aborigines
Aborigines
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Abridge
Abridge
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Abridgement
Abridgement
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Abrogate
Abrogate
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Absurd
Absurd
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Accelerate
Accelerate
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Accolade
Accolade
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Accomplice
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Accord
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Accountant
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Acerbic
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Acoustics
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Study Notes
Vocabulary List - Word Meanings and Antonyms/Synonyms
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Abate: To decrease in intensity or extent. Synonym: Subside. Antonym: Escalate or Amplify.
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Abattoir: A slaughterhouse. Synonym: Slaughterhouse. Antonym: Sanctuary.
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Abbot: The head of a monastery. Synonym: Superior. Antonym: Novice.
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Abbreviation: A shortened form of a word or phrase. Synonym: Acronym. Antonym: Elongation.
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Abdicate: To give up a position of authority, like a throne. Synonym: Relinquish. Antonym: Ascend.
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Abdication: The act of giving up a throne or position of authority. Synonym: Renunciation. Antonym: Succession.
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Aberration: A deviation from what is standard or expected. Synonym: Anomaly. Antonym: Conformity.
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Ablution: The act of washing oneself, often with religious significance. Synonym: Cleansing. Antonym: Contamination.
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Abolish: To formally end a system or practice. Synonym: Eradicate. Antonym: Enact.
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Aboriginal: Relating to the earliest inhabitants of a land. Synonym: Native. Antonym: Immigrant.
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Aborigines: The earliest inhabitants of a land. Synonym: Indigenous People. Antonym: Invaders.
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Abridge: To shorten a piece of writing or text. Synonym: Condense. Antonym: Elaborate.
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Abridgement: A shortened version of a piece of writing. Synonym: Digest. Antonym: Expansion.
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Abrogate: To officially cancel or repeal a law or agreement. Synonym: Invalidate. Antonym: Enact.
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Absolution: Formal forgiveness of sins. Synonym: Forgiveness. Antonym: Condemnation.
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Absurd: Wildly unreasonable or illogical. Synonym: Preposterous. Antonym: Reasonable.
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Accelerate: To increase speed. Synonym: Expedite. Antonym: Decelerate.
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Accolade: An award or honor. Synonym: Recognition. Antonym: Disapproval.
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Accomplice: A person who helps another commit a crime. Synonym: Collaborator. Antonym: Innocent.
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Accord: To be harmonious or consistent with. Synonym: Concur. Antonym: Conflict.
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Accountant: A person who keeps financial records. Synonym: Bookkeeper. Antonym: Debtor.
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Acerbic: Sharp, biting, or harsh in tone. Synonym: Caustic. Antonym: Soothing.
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Acoustics: The scientific study of sound. Synonym: Phonetics. Antonym: Silence.
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