AP Eng III Unit 5
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 abash | v. to destroy the self-confidence, ashame |
| auspicious | adj. promising success; favorable |
| caprice | whim; sudden change of mind without any real cause |
| congenial | agreeably suitable; pleasant |
| edifice | a large, elaborate structure; an imposing building |
| eminent | (used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation |
| ignominy | a state of dishonor |
| imbibe | take in liquids |
| incredulous | not disposed or willing to believe |
| indict | accuse formally of a crime |
| mien | (n.) air, manner; appearance; expression |
| penitent | feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds |
| peremptory | having the nature of a command that leaves no opportunity for debate, denial, or refusal; offensively self-assured, dictatorial; determined, resolute |
| physiognomy | facial features; outward appearance |
| progenitor | an ancestor in the direct line |
| purport | propose or intend |
| retribution | the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life |
| sojourn | a temporary stay (e.g., as a guest) |
| superfluous | more than is needed, desired, or required |
| vivify | give new life or energy to |
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