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AP Language Vocab List 2
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English
11th Grade
10/04/2012

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Analogy
Definition
extended comparison between two objects/concepts sharing a similarity to make apoint
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Anaphora
Definition
Repetition of same word/word group at beginning of successive clauses, sentences, or lines
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Anastrophe
Definition
unusual word order
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Antithesis
Definition
a contrast making use of parallel structure
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Aphorism
Definition
brief saying embodying a moral, priciple, or precept
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Contemptuous
Definition
expressing hate or lack of respect
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Cynical
Definition
distrust in humanity
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Despondent
Definition
showing discouragement or depression
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Delve
Definition
to dig deeply into, carefully research
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Scrutinize
Definition
to examine closely
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Juxtapose
Definition
to place beside the other (compare)
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Exacerbate
Definition
to worsen
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Curtail
Definition
to lessen, shorten
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