Wordly Wise 3000 Book 9 Lesson 13
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madisonhaney on April 3, 2012
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 blandishment | That which is intended to coax or persuade, such as flattery; an allurement |
| deprecate | 1. To criticize or express disapproval of 2. To represent as of little value |
| discomfit | To make uneasy by confusing or embarrassing a person |
| meteoric | Coming into existence swiftly, suddenly, brightly, like a meteor |
| overbearing | Acting in an arrogant, domineering way |
| precocious | Showing exceptionally early development of abilities |
| proffer | To offer for acceptance or consideration |
| remonstrate | To say in protest; to raise an objection |
| rift | 1. A split or crack 2. A break in a friendly relation. |
| solicitous | Showing interest and care; concerned |
| succinct | Expressed clearly and in few words; concise |
| sylvan | Having to do with trees or wooded areas |
| trepidation | Apprehension; dread |
| untoward | Not favorable, unlucky |
| virtuoso | 1. A person with great skill in some art, especially music 2. Done with great skill and dash |
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