"Self-Reliance" Vocab
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 predominate | outweigh, prevail, rule, or dominate |
| benefactor | a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help) |
| pious | having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity |
| aspirant | an ambitious and aspiring young person |
| cumber | hold back, restrain |
| conciliate | make compatible with, to pacify, to gain the good will of |
| conformist | someone who conforms to established standards of conduct |
| nonconformist | someone who refuses to conform to established standards of conduct |
| titular | of or associated with or bearing a title signifying status or function |
| decorous | characterized by propriety and dignity and good taste in manners and conduct |
| ephemeral | enduring a very short time |
| capitulate | surrender under agreed conditions |
| arduous | difficult to accomplish |
| formidable | extremely impressive in strength or excellence |
| askance | with a side or oblique glance |
| countenance | the appearance conveyed by a person's face |
| prudent | careful and sensible, wise, cautious |
| magnanimity | liberality in bestowing gifts, generosity |
| posterity | all future generations |
| cleave | separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument |
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