What does the author suggest about most people's feelings toward harming an innocent person?

Most people abhor harming an innocent person.

To depart in a sudden and secret manner, especially to avoid capture and legal prosecution

What is the root word of "abscond" and what does it mean?

Latin abscondere, meaning "to hide away"

In what kind of situation would someone most likely "abscond"?

When they want to avoid being caught or prosecuted

Sharply or bitingly critical, sarcastic, or ironic in temper, mood, or tone

What is the root word of "acerbic" and what does it mean?

Latin acerbus, meaning "harsh", "bitter", "unpleasant"

Which sentence best demonstrates the use of the word "acerbic"?

His acerbic wit was often mistaken for rudeness.

What does the "Synonym scale" for "acerbic" show?

Words with similar meanings to "acerbic" arranged by intensity

What is the root word of "allude" and what does it mean?

Latin alludere, meaning "to play with"

"Alluding to her plans"

She is making an indirect reference to her plans.

What does the "Synonym scale" for "allude" show?

The range of words from advert to suggest that are similar in meaning to "allude"

Having or showing an unselfish concern for the welfare of others

Which sentence best demonstrates the use of the word "altruistic"?

She was altruistic and always helped others without expecting anything in return.

Charitable, magnanimous, philanthropic, benevolent

The act of an authority by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals

What is the root word of "amnesty" and what does it mean?

Greek amnēstia, meaning "forgetfulness"

What was the purpose of the decree issued by Syrian President Bashar al-Assad?

To grant amnesty and reduce sentences for crimes committed before a certain date

It is closely related to concepts of forgiveness and absolution.

To cause to cease to exist; to destroy a considerable part of; to cause to be of no effect

What is the root word of "annihilate" and what does it mean?

Latin annihilates – “to reduce to nothing”

Which sentence uses the word "annihilating" correctly? Options: The underdog baseball team shocked everyone by annihilating their opponent., The chef annihilated a delicious meal for the guests., The artist annihilated a beautiful painting., The teacher annihilated a new lesson for the class.

The underdog baseball team shocked everyone by annihilating their opponent.

Vocabulary Flashcard: Unit 1 WOD Flashcards

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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abhor

Back

To regard with extreme repugnance; to feel hatred or loathing for

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Abhor

Back

Detest

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Antonym of "abhor"?

Back

Adore

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Root meaning of the Latin word "abhorrēre" from which "abhor" is derived?

Back

To recoil from

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which sentence correctly uses the word "abhor"? Michael abhors brussel sprouts., Michael abhors his favorite movie., Michael abhors to enjoy music., Michael abhors to cherish his friends.

Back

Michael abhors brussel sprouts.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Variation of the word "abhor"?

Back

Abhorrence

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

"Abhor"

Back

Abominate

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