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3.6.GRE.a
3.6.GRE.a
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03/05/2009
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antecede
 Definition
precede
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antecedents
 Definition
preceding events
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antediluvian
 Definition
extremely ancient
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anthem
 Definition
patriotism; song of praise
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anthology
 Definition
book of literary selections by various authors
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anthropoid
 Definition
manlike
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anthropologist
 Definition
student of the history and science of humankind
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anthropomorphic
 Definition
having human form or characteristics
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antic
 Definition
playful trick or prank
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anticlimax
 Definition
letdown in thought or emotion
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antidote
 Definition
remedy to counteract a poison or disease
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antipathy
 Definition
strong dislike
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antiquated
 Definition
obsolete; outdated
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antiseptic
 Definition
substance that prevents infection
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antithesis
 Definition
direct oposite of or to
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anvil
 Definition
iron block used in hammering out metals
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apathy
 Definition
lack of caring; indifference
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ape
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immitate or mimic
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aperture
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opening; hole
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apex
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tip; summit; climax
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aphasia
 Definition
loss of speech due to injury or illness
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aphorism
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a true or wise saying
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apiary
 Definition
place in which bees are kept
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aplomb
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controllable behavior; assurance
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apocalyptic
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pertaining to revalations
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apcryphal
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not authentic; artificial
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apogee
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highest point
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apolitical
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lack of concern for polital affairs
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apologist
 Definition
one who writes in the defense of a cause or institution
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apostate
 Definition
one who abandons his religious faith or political beliefs
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