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Words to Learn 1092. A cryptic communication that might jeopardize peoplea. unclear battle orders b. clear assignment directionc. working traffic signals3. An obsolete, fabricated means of transportationa. horse b. automobile c. covered wagon4. A way to augment the zeal of a salespersona. give him a raise if the company sells moreb. have the boss make more money c. give an automatic raise5. A job in which it is most mandatory to be meticulousa. movie star b. surgeon c. kingWords to LearnPart 213. adulation (noun) ăjə-la – shənextreme admiration or flatteryThe bride looked at the groom with adulation as she said,“I do.”With her elegant style and caring manner, U.S. first ladyMichelle Obama has received adulation from peoplearound the world.Copyright © Cengage Learning. All Right Reserved. Related Wordsadulate (verb) Youngsters often adulate famous athletes.adulatory (adjective) The actor’s performance received adulatorycomments from critics.14. chronological (adjective) krŏnə-lŏjĭ-kəlarranged in order of time, from first to lastRachel’s job application listed her work experience inchronological order. Related Wordchronology (noun) (krə-nŏlə-je – ) A chronology of Civil War battlesis listed in the front of the textbook.15. copious (adjective) ko – pe – -əsplentiful; abundantThe student’s copious lecture notes filled ten pages.There is a copious supply of canned goods in the shelter.