Term
autonomy
Immunity from arbitrary exercise of
authority: political independence.
auto-no-my
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Americans have autonomy since we have freedom of speech and self-government.
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creed
Any system of principles or beliefs. |
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I follow the creed of my church, which states our beliefs.
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fortitude
Strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage.
for ti tude
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It takes fortitude to deal with difficult
problems at home.
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Term
hyperbole
Extravagant exaggeration
hy per bo le |
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A fisherman's story describing a
forty-pound freshwater fish may be
considered
a hyperbole.
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Term
intractable
not tractable; difficult to manage or mold.
in trac ta ble
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Many of those who have advanced
forms of cancer suffer from
intractable pain.
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invincible
Incapable of being overcome or subdued.
in vin ci ble |
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Many teenagers believe they are invincible and drive very fast.
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Term
lamentable
Bad: unfortunate.
la men ta ble |
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After the lamentable events of 9/11 no one in America feels quite as safe as before.
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Term
meditate
Reflect deeply on a subject
med i tate |
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Meditating at the end of the day is a
good way to think things over and
stay focused.
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muse
Reflect deeply on a subject. |
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Many poets talk of a muse
who they claim as their inspiration.
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Term
stigma
A symbol of disgrace or infamy.
stig ma |
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For children, being fat carries a
stigma that starts early.
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