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English
10th Grade
09/08/2014

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adulterate
Definition
(v) to corrupt
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ambidextrous
Definition
(adj) able to use both hands equally well
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augment
Definition
(v) to make larger
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bereft
Definition
(adj) deprived of
syn bereaved
ant replete, well provided
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depoy
Definition
(v) to positio or arrange
syn station, organize
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dour
Definition
(adj) stern, unyielding
syn harsh, bleak, forbidding
ant cheery, inviting, genial
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fortitude
Definition
(n) courage in facing difficulties
syn resolve, steadfastness, mettle
ant fearfulness
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gape
Definition
(v) to stare with open mouth
syn ogle
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gibe
Definition
(v) to utter taunting words
(n) an expression of scorn
syn ridicule, mock
ant compliment, praise
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guise
Definition
(n) an external appearance
syn costume, semblance
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insidious
Definition
(adj) intended to deceive or entrap
syn cunning,dastardly, perfidious
ant frank, ingenuous
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intimation
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(n) a hint, indirect suggestion
syn clue, inkling
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opulent
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(adj) wealthy, luxurious, ample
syn rich, plentiful
ant poverty-stricken, destitute
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pliable
Definition
(adj) easily bent, flexible
syn adaptable
ant inflexible
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reiterate
Definition
(v) so say again
syn restate
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stolid
Definition
(adj) not easily moved mentally or emotionally
syn impassive
ant emotional
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tentative
Definition
(adj)experimental in nature
syn provisional
ant conclusive
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unkempt
Definition
(adj) not combed
syn sloppy
ant well-groomed
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verbatim
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(adj, adv) word for word
syn exact
ant paraphrased
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warily
Definition
(adv) cautiously, with great care
syn prudently
ant recklessly
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