IVB01 Crossword
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1) rain that contains dangerous chemicals because of smoke from cars and factories
acid precipitation in the form of rain3) something (such as a problem or a type of behavior) that is unusual or unexpected [count]
failure of a mirror, refracting surface, or lens to produce exact point-to-point correspondence between an object and its image
: unsoundness or disorder of the mind
For her, such a low grade on an exam was an aberration.4) an originally Chinese practice of inserting fine needles through the skin at specific points especially to cure disease or relieve pain (as in surgery)
a method of relieving pain or curing illness by placing needles into a person's skin at particular points on the body5) : the bottomless gulf, pit, or chaos of the old cosmogonies
2a : an immeasurably deep gulf or great space b : intellectual or moral depths
a hole so deep or a space so great that it cannot be measured
< the ocean's abysses >
Synonyms: abysm, chasm, deep, gulf, ocean6) to choose not to do or have something :
He abstained from taking part in the discussion.
to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice 7) to destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of :
make somebody ashamed: to make somebody feel ashamed, embarrassed, or uncomfortable
Synonyms: embarrassed, ashamed, mortified, disconcerted, dismayed, confused9) the washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite) b plural : the act or action of bathing
2plural British : a building housing bathing and toilet facilities on a military base11) to increase in value or amount gradually as time passes : to grow or build up slowly
to come to or be given to someone
to accumulate or be added periodically14) : applaud, praise
2: to declare by acclamation
to praise (someone or something) in a very strong and enthusiastic way
Synonyms: accredit, applaud, cheer, crack up, hail, laud, praise, salute |
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2) 1.done for particular purpose: done or set up solely in response to a specific situation or problem, without considering wider or longer-term issues
Synonyms: unplanned, informal, impromptu, improvised, off-the-cuff, unprepared, extemporized, makeshift3) sunk to or existing in a low state or condition
: cast down in spirit : servile, spiritless: showing hopelessness or resignation
extremely bad or severe
▪ They live in abject misery/poverty.5) to accept, agree, or allow something to happen by staying silent or by not arguing
to accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively —often used with in and sometimes with to7) not eating and drinking too much
▪ She is known as an abstemious eater and drinker.
to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
— ab·stain·er noun8) : to adapt to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
We took a few days to get acclimated to our new teacher.
Synonyms: adapt, acclimatize, accommodate, adjust, condition, conform, doctor, edit, fashion, fit, put, shape, suit, tailor10) made of or having the quality of adamant
2: rigidly firm : unyielding
3: resembling the diamond in hardness or luster
11) to pay off (as a claim or debt
to decide that someone is not guilty of a crime
to discharge completely
Synonyms: absolve, exculpate, clear, exonerate, vindicate12) past tense of accrue:13) a device used for counting and calculating by sliding small balls or beads along rods or in grooves15) : to abolish by authoritative action : annul
2: to treat as nonexistent
:to end or cancel (something) in a formal and official way
Synonyms: abate, abolish, annul, avoid, cancel, disannul, dissolve, invalidate, negate, null, nullify, quash, repeal, rescind, roll back, strike down, vacate, void16) a place of instruction b : the academic life, community, or world
Synonyms: school, academy, seminary |
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