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Lesson 4 Vocabulary Words
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11th Grade
09/23/2010

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A king reigns but does not govern
Definition
Rex regnat sed non gubernat
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Duco (root)
Definition
"to lead"
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conducive
Definition
Promoting; contributing; helpful
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Induce
Definition
1. To persuade; to influence
2. To cause; to bring about
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Traduce
Definition
To slander; to speak falsely or maliciously of
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Redoubt
Definition
1. A small fort defending an important point
2. A place of refuge or defense
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Hegaisthai
Definition
"to lead" (root)
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Hegemony
Definition
Dominance, especially of one political body over another
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Exegesis
Definition
A thorough explanation or interpretation, especially of a sacred text
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Nuncio
Definition
"to announce" (root)
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Annunciation
Definition
1.An announcement; a proclamation
2. (often capitalized) In Christian thought, the announcement by the angel Gabriel to Mary that she would give birth to the son of God
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Renunciation
Definition
An action or statement in which something is given up, rejected, abandoned, or sacrificed
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Polis (root)
Definition
"city"
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Politikos (root)
Definition
"citizen"
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polity
Definition
An organized society, such as a nation, state, church, or other organization, having a specific form of government
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Politic
Definition
1. Wise; prudent; sagacious
2. Expedient; taking advantage of the moment; shrewd
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Possum (root)
Definition
"to be able", "to have power"
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Potentate
Definition
Monarch; a ruler possessing great power
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Puissant
Definition
Mighty; powerful; forceful
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Rex (root)
Definition
"king"
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Regalia
Definition
1. Emblems and symbols of royalty, rank, office, or institution
2. Finery; elaborate attire
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Regency
Definition
1. The office or period of office of a regent; one who administers for monarch, especially (sometimes capitalized) in England (1811-1820) and in France (1715-1723)
2. (often capitalized) A style of dress, furniture, and architecture characteristic of the regency period in England
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Viceroy
Definition
A governor or ruler exercising authority on behalf of a sovereign in a province or colony
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