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Lesson 3
Cooperation and Groups
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Writing
8th Grade
09/24/2012

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accompanist

Definition

noun

A musician, such as a pianist, who plays along with a performer or performers.

 

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accompaniment noun

accompany verb

 

Example

The opera singer asked Alan to be her accompanist on the piano.

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accomplice

Definition

Noun

One who knowingly aids or helps another person break a law but is not necessarily present at the time of the crime.

 

Example

Bobby was cindy's willing accomplice in the plot to raid the refrigerator.

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coalition

Definition

noun

An alliance, usually temporary, of a group of people with a common cause.

 

Example

A coalition of groups favored increased support for nation parks.

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communal

Definition

adjective

Belonging to a communit, group, or society; public

 

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Communally adverb

commune noun

 

Example

The communal recreation room was a popular feature provided by the company.

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complement

Definition

noun

Something that completes, makes up a whole, or brings to perfection.

verb

To make complete; add to the effect of.

 

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complementary adjective

 

Example

An attractive table setting is a complement to a well-prepared meal.

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congregate

Definition

verb

To bring or come together in a crowd or assembly.

 

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congregation noun

congregational adjective

 

Example

The geese congregated in a large group in front of the pond.

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consensus

Definition

noun

General agreement among a group of people.

 

Example

The board of directors reached a consensus that the company should have a new headquarters constructed.

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inductee

Definition

noun

a new member of a club or organization; a person being placed formally in an office, a society, or he armed forces.

 

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Induct verb

Induction noun

 

Example

The army inductees were outfitted in uniforms for their first field exercise.

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miscellaneous

Definition

adjective

a. Made up of variety of different elements or ingredients.

b. Not fallig into a particular category.

 

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miscellany noun

 

Example

In the cluttered attic, Meg found old toys, books, and other miscellaneous objects.

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throng

Definition

noun

A large group of people or things gathered or packed closely together; a crowd

 

verb

a. To crowd into; gather

b. To move in a throng

 

Example

Throngs of shoppers filled the aisles of the department store.

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