Word Bank 52 – Aristotle

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03. contentions means disagreements or arguments.
09. interwoven means closely connected or intertwined.
08. equitable means fair and just.
07. epitomize means represent or symbolize.
04. literary means related to literature or written works.
01. ignited means started or triggered.
05. anomaly means something that is unusual or out of the ordinary.
10. deliberations means discussions or careful consideration.
06. erudition means extensive knowledge or learning.
02. veracity means truthfulness or accuracy.
[embroiled] means involved in a difficult or complicated situation.

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06. audacious means bold and daring.
07. rivalry means competition or conflict between opposing groups.
04. reappraisal means a new evaluation or assessment.
13. allies means countries or groups that work together for a common purpose.
01. relegated means pushed to a lower or less important position.
10. unanimous means with complete agreement or consensus.
18. vie means compete or strive for superiority.
05. rigorous means thorough and strict.
11. epoch means a period of time in history.
09. luminaries means well-known and influential figures.
16. grapples means struggles or wrestles with.
03. legitimacy means the quality of being legitimate or authentic.
15. imperative means extremely important or necessary.
08. preeminent means highly respected or distinguished.
14. vying means competing or striving for something.
02. archaeological means related to the study of ancient civilizations and artifacts.
17. arena means a place or context for competition or conflict.
12. clash means a conflict or disagreement.
[corroboration] means evidence that confirms or supports a claim or statement.
[skirmish] means a small and brief battle or conflict.

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09. enigma means a mystery or something difficult to understand.
04. deficiency means a lack or shortage of something.
13. parchment means a type of writing material made from animal skin.
08. echelon means a level or rank within an organization or hierarchy.
06. symposium means a formal meeting or conference for discussion and exchange of ideas.
05. arduous means difficult and demanding.
02. biases means preconceived opinions or preferences that can influence judgment.
11. ravages means the damaging or destructive effects of something.
07. cadre means a small group of skilled or influential individuals.
14. sheer means pure, absolute, or unadulterated.
12. rarity means the quality of being uncommon or scarce.
10. oeuvre means the complete body of an artist or writer’s work.
03. exert means apply or put forth effort or influence.
01. populace means the general population or the people in a particular region.
[voluminous] means extensive or containing a large amount of material.

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04. expounded means explained in detail or elaborated upon.
09. endeavors means efforts or activities aimed at achieving a particular goal or outcome.
02. facile means easily or readily.
05. postulated means suggested or proposed as a theory or idea.
03. unilaterally means done by one party or person without the involvement of others.
06. presided means acted as a leader or authority.
01. tentatively means with uncertainty or hesitation.
08. lineage means the ancestry or family background of a person.
07. analogous means similar or comparable in some way.
[embellishments] means additional details or decorations that may not be entirely accurate.