AP Lang List #2 Flashcards
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| 14706229655 | ideology (n) | A consistent set of beliefs by groups/individuals | 0 | |
| 14706231688 | proliferate (v) | to reproduce, increase, or spread rapidly | 1 | |
| 14706232572 | unequivocal (adj) | very strong and clear : not showing or allowing any doubt | 2 | |
| 14706233442 | hallmark (n) | a quality, ability, etc., that is typical of a particular person or thing | 3 | |
| 14706236129 | discretion (n) | the right to choose what should be done in a particular situation. (Usually used in the phrase "at the discretion of...") | 4 | |
| 14706243770 | lucrative (adj) | profitable | 5 | |
| 14706245975 | defer (v) | To put aside until later | 6 | |
| 14706245976 | gratification (n) | pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire | 7 | |
| 14706248794 | unwittingly (adv) | unintentionally; by accident; inadvertently; unknowingly | 8 | |
| 14706249785 | dire (adj) | 1) very bad : causing great fear or worry (2) requiring immediate action : very urgent (Common pairings: dire circumstances, dire situation) | 9 | |
| 14706264102 | exigence (n) | an issue, problem, or situation that causes or prompts someone to write or speak | 10 | |
| 14706265700 | claim (n) | An assertion, usually supported by evidence | 11 | |
| 14706266630 | rhetoric (n) | the art of using language effectively and persuasively | 12 |