7th grade WordMasters Blue April 2010
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 keystone | something on which associated things depend |
| absolve | to set free or release, as from some duty or obligation |
| cheeky | impudent, insolent, bold |
| retort | to reply to, usually in a sharp or retaliatory |
| waive | to put aside for the time; defer; postpone |
| cogent | to the point; relevant; pertinent |
| harbinger | anything that foreshadows a future event; omen |
| filch | to steal (especially something of little value) |
| predatory | preying upon other organisms for food |
| criterion | a standard of judgment or criticism |
| engender | to produce, cause, or give rise to |
| blatant | offensively noisy or loud |
| censure | strong or vehement expression of disapproval |
| infringe | to commit a breach or infraction; violate or transgress |
| flagrant | shockingly noticeable or evident |
| scruple | a moral or ethical consideration or standard that acts as a restraining force or inhibits certain actions |
| chide | to express disapproval of; reproach; scold |
| deplorable | causing or being a subject for grief or regret |
| accoutrement | accessories |
| remunerate | to pay, or reward for work |
| abhorrent | causing repugnance; detestable; loathsome |
| condiment | something used to give flavor to food |
| sire | to beget; procreate |
| ostensible | apparent, evident, or conspicuous |
| plunder | to rob of valuables by open force |
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