Lesson 13   -   edHelper.com

Word List converge convert convey convict convivial copious cordial correspondence corroborate corrupt cosmopolitan counsel courtesy cower crass crave credible credit cringe crisis criterion crucial crude crusade cuisine

Definitions

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converge (kn-vû) verb    a. to tend to meet in a point or line; incline toward each other, as lines that are not parallel. b. to tend to a common result, conclusion, etc. c. Math. (of a sequence) to have values eventually arbitrarily close to some number; to have a finite limit.(of an infinite series) to have a finite sum; to have a sequence of partial sums that converges.(of an improper integral) to have a finite value.(of a net) to be residually in every neighborhood of some point.

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convert (kn-vû) verb    a. to change (something) into a different form or properties; transmute; transform. b. to cause to adopt a different religion, political doctrine, opinion, etc. c. to turn to another or a particular use or purpose; divert from the original or intended use

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convey (kn-v) verb    a. to carry from one place or person to another. b. to serve as a means of transmitting, transferring, or carrying. c. to communicate (meaning or feeling); express.

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convict (kn-vkt) verb    a. to prove or declare guilty of an offense, esp. after a legal trial b. to impress with a sense of guilt. c. a person proved or declared guilty of an offense.

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convivial (kn-vv-l) adjective    a. friendly; agreeable b. fond of feasting, drinking, and merry company; jovial. c. of or befitting a feast; festive.

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copious (kp-s) adjective    a. large in quantity or number; abundant; plentiful b. having or yielding an abundant supply c. exhibiting abundance or fullness, as of thoughts or words.

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cordial (kô) adjective    a. courteous and gracious; friendly; warm b. invigorating the heart; stimulating. c. sincere; heartfelt

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correspondence (kô) noun    a. communication by exchange of letters. b. a letter or letters that pass between correspondents c. Also,"correspondency."an instance of corresponding.

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corroborate (k-rb-rt) verb    to support with evidence or testimony; certify the truth of.

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corrupt (k-rpt) adjective    a. guilty of dishonest practices, as bribery; lacking integrity; crooked b. debased in character; depraved; perverted; wicked; evil c. made inferior by errors or alterations, as a text.

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cosmopolitan (kzm-pl-tn) adjective    a. free from local, provincial, or national ideas, prejudices, or attachments; at home all over the world. b. of or characteristic of a cosmopolite. c. belonging to all the world; not limited to just one part of the world.

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counsel (kounsl) noun    a. advice; opinion or instruction given in directing the judgment or conduct of another. b. interchange of opinions as to future procedure; consultation; deliberation. c. Law. (used with a sing. or pl. v.) the advocate or advocates engaged in the direction of a cause in court; a legal adviser or counselor

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courtesy (kû) noun    a. excellence of manners or social conduct; polite behavior. b. a courteous, respectful, or considerate act or expression. c. indulgence, consent, or acquiescence

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cower (kour) verb    to crouch, as in fear or shame.

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crass (krs) adjective    without refinement, delicacy, or sensitivity; gross; obtuse; stupid

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crave (krv) verb    a. to long for; want greatly; desire eagerly b. to require; need c. to ask earnestly for (something); beg for.

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credible (krd-bl) adjective    a. capable of being believed; believable b. worthy of belief or confidence; trustworthy

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credit (krdt) noun    a. commendation or honor given for some action, quality, etc. b. a source of pride or honor c. the ascription or acknowledgment of something as due or properly attributable to a person, institution, etc.

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cringe (krnj) verb    a. to shrink, bend, or crouch, esp. in fear or servility; cower. b. to fawn. c. servile or fawning deference.

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crisis (krss) noun    a. a stage in a sequence of events at which the trend of all future events, esp. for better or for worse, is determined; turning point. b. a condition of instability or danger, as in social, economic, political, or international affairs, leading to a decisive change. c. a dramatic emotional or circumstantial upheaval in a person's life.

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criterion (kr-tî) noun    a standard of judgment or criticism; a rule or principle for evaluating or testing something.

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crucial (krshl) adjective    a. involving an extremely important decision or result; decisive; critical b. severe; trying. c. of the form of a cross; cross-shaped.

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crude (krd) adjective    a. in a raw or unprepared state; unrefined or natural b. lacking in intellectual subtlety, perceptivity, etc.; rudimentary; undeveloped. c. lacking finish, polish, or completeness

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crusade (kr-sd) noun    a. (often cap.) any of the military expeditions undertaken by the Christians of Europe in the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries for the recovery of the Holy Land from the Muslims. b. any war carried on under papal sanction. c. any vigorous, aggressive movement for the defense or advancement of an idea, cause, etc.

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cuisine (kw-zn) noun    a style or quality of cooking; cookery