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discrete – adj. Definition: unconnected, separate, distinct
Example: Dogs are not wolves, and do not live in small discrete, clearly defined packs.
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discreet – adj. Definition: modest, secretive, unnoticeable
Example: Please be discreet and don’t let the birthday girl know about her surprise party.
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fabricate - verb Definition: To lie; to make up
Example: The criminal fabricated his alibi
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gesticulate - verb Definition: To make gestures; especially when speaking Example: I gesticulate so much when telling a story that it can be distracting to some.
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Very informal language usage by particular groups of people.
Slang - noun Very informal language usage by particular groups of people. Ex. “Dude, chill out.”
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Affixes: Prefix: com/con
Definition: together, with, similar, extremely, or completely Examples: combine, compile, conform, consecrate Suffix: -ic Definition: having characteristics of, in the style of; forms adjectives Examples: metallic, claustrophobic, acrobatic, geographic
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