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Unit 4 Chapter 23
Chapter 23 Vocab
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11th Grade
04/08/2014

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Analogy
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A comparison between two things in order to clarify or dramatize a point
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Annihilate
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To destroy completely; reduce to nothingness
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Criterion
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A standard by which something is or can be judged
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Emanate
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To flow or come out from a source; come forth
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Holistic
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Emphasizing the whole and the independence of its parts, rather than the parts separately
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Placebo
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A substance which contains no medicine, but which the reciever believes is a medicine
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Proficient
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Skilled; highlt competent
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Staunch
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Firm; loyal; strong in support
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Subversive
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Acting or intending to undermine or overthrow something established
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Vindicate
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To clear from blame or suspicion; justify or prove right
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