Unit 2 Definitions

Question 1

feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair

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indignant

Question 2

(of a feeling or action) experienced by each of two or more parties toward the other or others

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mutual

Question 3

a contagious disease that spreads rapidly and kills many people

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plague

Question 4

persuade (someone) not to take a particular course of action

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dissuade

Question 5

a piece of burning wood

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firebrand

Question 6

lack of interest, concern, or sympathy

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indifference

Question 7

allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be distinctly seen

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transparent

Question 8

without suffering any injury, damage, or harm

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unscathed

Question 9

causing trouble or irritation

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plague

Question 10

a person who is passionate about a cause, typically inciting change and taking radical action

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firebrand

Question 11

a danger or risk

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hazard

Question 12

chance; probability

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hazard

Question 13

able to be used or obtained

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available

Question 14

according to the usual practices associated with a particular society

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customary

Question 15

a person who organizes a business and takes on greater than normal financial risks

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entrepreneur

Question 16

attack (someone) by repeatedly hurling things at them

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pelt

Question 17

apply a substance such as oil to (an engine) to minimize friction and allow smooth movement

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lubricate

Question 18

absolutely necessary

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indespensable

Question 19

easy to perceive or detect

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transparent

Question 20

provide with what is needed or required

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cater

Question 21

having a composed and self-assured manner

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poised

Question 22

the deliberate and unlawful killing of one person by another

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homicide

Question 23

delay or hold back in terms of progress, development, or accomplishment

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retard

Question 24

a government, especially an authoritarian one.

Accepted Answer

regime

Unit 2 Definitions

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Unit 2 Definitions

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