Vocab Level E Unit 1
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MaryMcFarland on April 3, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
adulterate | to corrupt, make worse by addition of something |
ambidextrous | able to use both hands equally well; very skillful; deceitful, hypocritical |
augment | to make larger, increase |
bereft | deprived of, made unhappy through loss |
deploy | to position or arrange, to utilize, to for up |
dour | stern, unyielding, gloomy, ill-humored |
fortitude | courage in facing difficulties |
gape | to stare with open mouth |
gibe | to utter taunting words, an expression of scorn |
guise | an external appearance, cover, mask |
insidious | intended to deceive or entrap; sly, treacherous |
intimation | a hint, indirect suggestion |
opulent | wealthy, luxurious; ample;grandiose |
pliable | easily bent, flexible, easily influenced |
reiterate | to say again, repeat |
stolid | not easily moved mentally or emotionally; dull, unresponsive |
tentative | experimental in nature; uncertain, hesitant |
unkempt | not combed; untidy; not properly maintained; unpolished, rude |
verbatim | word for word; exactly as written or spoken |
warily | cautiously, with great care |
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