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AP Lang Vocab List 1 (New)
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English
12th Grade
04/12/2012

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Abstract
Definition
not applied to actual objects
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Arbiter
Definition
A judge who decides a disputed issue
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Assertion
Definition
A declaration or statement
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Biased
Definition
prejudicial
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Clarity
Definition
clearness in thought or expression
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Cogent
Definition
convincing; reasonable
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Coherent
Definition
logically connected
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Cohesive
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condition of sticking together
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Didactic
Definition
intended to instruct
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Discourse
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Verbal experssion or exchange; conversation
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Eloquence
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the ability to speak vividly or persuasively
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Emphasize
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to give special attention to something to stress
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Exculpate
Definition
to free from guilt or blame
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Fluid
Definition
easily flowing
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Impartial
Definition
not in favor of one side or the other, unbiased
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Implication
Definition
the act of suggesting or hinting
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Incontrovertible
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not able to be denied or disputed
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Integrity
Definition
trustworthiness; completeness
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Lucid
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easily understood; clear
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Objectivity
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treating facts without influence from personal feelings or prejudices
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Penitent
Definition
expressing remorse for one's misdeeds
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Plausible
Definition
seemingly valid acceptable; credible
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Rhetoric
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the art of using language effectively and persuasively
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Substantiated
Definition
supported with proof or evidence; verified
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Vindicated
Definition
freed from blame
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