Vocabulary 8 - Unit 1
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 adulterate | to corrupt, make worse by the addition of something of lesser value |
| ambidextrous | able to use both hands equally well |
| augment | to make larger, increase |
| bereft | deprived of; make unhappy through a loss |
| deploy | to position or arrange; to utilize |
| dour | stern, unyielding, gloomy, ill-humored |
| fortitude | courage in facing difficulties |
| gape | to stare with open mouth |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| guise | an external appearance, cover, mask |
| insidious | intended to deceive or entrap |
| intimation | a hint, indirect suggestion |
| opulent | wealthy, luxurious |
| pliable | easily bent, flexible |
| reiterate | to say again, repeat |
| stolid | not easily moved mentally or emotionally |
| tentative | experimental in nature; uncertain, hesitant |
| unkempt | not combed, untidy |
| verbatim | word for word; exactly as written or spoken |
| warily | cautiously, with great care |
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