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cognition

(noun)
the act or process of knowing including both awareness and judgement

the mental act or process by which knowledge is acquired or processed

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epiphany (noun)

1) a divine manifestation

2) 12 days after Christmas; celebrates the visit of the wise men to the infant Jesus

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de·co·rum [ di káwrəm ]

noun

Definition:

1. dignity: dignity or good taste that is appropriate to a specific occasion

2. appropriateness of artistic element: the compatibility of an element such as character, form, style, or plot in a literary or artistic work with the work as a whole

[Mid-16th century. <> decorus(see decorous)]

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necropolis

-a tract of land used for burial

-a cemetery, especially a large, elaborate, or ancient one

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empirical

a) Relying on or derived from observation or experiments
b) Guided by practical experience and not theory, especially in medicine

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grandiose (adj.)
-characterized by greatness of scope or intent

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Apocrypha:

The biblical books included in the Vulgate and accepted in the Roman Catholic and Orthodox canon but considered noncanonical by Protestants

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pontificate (Intransitive verb):
to speak or express opinions in a pompous or dogmatic way

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narthex: the portico of an ancient church

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apparition (noun)
-A ghostly figure, a specter
-A sudden or unusual sight

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capricious

1. governed or characterized by whim as a) lacking a rational basis b) likely to change suddenly

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caper (1):

- a frivolous escapade or prank
- a playful leap or hop

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respect

1. To feel or show deferential regard for; esteem

2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem

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vocation:

noun.
1) A regular occupation, especially one for which a person is particularly suited or qualified.

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perpetual:

adjective - occurring so frequently as to seem ceaseless or uninterrupted

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caper

(2) a pickled flower bud of this plant, used as a pungent condiment in sauces, relishes, and other dishes

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supplication:

1. to ask for humbly or earnestly, as by praying

2. to make a humble entreaty to; beseech

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impinge:

1) to collide or strike

2) to encroach, trespass

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moral: (adj.)

1. of or concerned with the judgement of the goodness or badness of human action and character

2. conforming to standards of what is right or just in behavior

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terrestrial: adj. operating or living or growing on land.

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