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chapter 7
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Undergraduate 1
11/29/2012

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Apparently
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As far as one knows or can see example: The child nodded, apparently content with the promise. 

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Conform
Definition

Comply with rules, standards, or laws.

example: Men are now starting to feel the same type of pressures as women to conform to an "ideal" body shape.

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Eliminate
Definition

To get rid of something

example: The police have eliminated Larry from their inquiries.

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Function
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An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing

example; Vitamin A is required for good eye function.

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Insight
Definition

The ability or capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of something.

example: I gained insight on your mother by watching ber closely.

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Justify
Definition

Show or prove to be right

example: If you can justify something, you can give a good reason for it.

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Perspective
Definition

A view or prospect.

example: She said that the robber was wearing a black shirt, but from my perspective it was blue.

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Proportion
Definition

Comparative relation between things or magnitudes as to size, quantity, number, etc.; ratio.

example: Because John spent money in proportion to his salary, he was never broke.

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Shift
Definition

To move from one place, position, direction, etc., to another

example: I shift the weight back to the other leg

to move     -or-      to change

 

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Acknowledge
Definition

   To admit the existence of.

  example: Did the police officer acknowledge your right to remain silent?

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