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Lesson 9
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10
English
9th Grade
11/05/2011

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Term
Deprecate
Definition
To express strong disapproval of.
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Derogatory
Definition
Tending to lower in estimation; degrading.
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Desecrate
Definition
To treat with disrespect. (Opposite of consecrate)
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Despot
Definition
Monarch with unlimited power.
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Deter
Definition
To discourage; to keep someone from doing something.
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Devious
Definition
Not straightforward, roundabout.
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Devoid
Definition
Entirely without; lacking.
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Diatribe
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A denunciation; a bitter verbal attack. (The origin of this Greek word means "a waste of time.")
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Didactic
Definition
Intended to instruct.
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Diffuse
Definition
Spread out; wordy.
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