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4th Quarter vocabulary
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Literature
05/03/2009
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vindicate
Definition
to justify; to prove correct in light of later circumstances;
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haughty
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conceited; arrogant
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circumvent
Definition
to get around
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virulent
Definition
extremely poisonous or harmful
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vigorously
Definition
with power, energy, and strength
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solemn
Definition
serious; somber
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futile
Definition
Serving no practical purpose; useless; worthless
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vindictive
Definition
desiring revenge
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amorphous
Definition
Without definite form
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retractable
Definition
capable of being drawn back in
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hemorrhage
Definition
a severe discharge of blood
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inquisitor
Definition
one who asks questions
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intimation
Definition
a hint; a suggestion
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tribute
Definition
something given to show affection, gratitude, or respect
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consolidation
Definition
the process of uniting or merging
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twinge
Definition
a sudden, sharp physical or emotional pain
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meager
Definition
deficient in quantity or completeness
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amiable
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Friendly
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abjectly
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in a humiliating mean, or degrading manner
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enamored
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inspired with love; charmed; captivated