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English
8th Grade
02/12/2015

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vehement
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adjective;intensely emotional : IMPASSIONED, FERVID
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vehemently
Definition
adverb; to act in a way that is intense and emotional
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sage
Definition
adjective; characterized by wisdom, prudence, and good judgment
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sagacity
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noun; the quality of being wise, prudent, and perceptive
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gesticulate
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verb; to move your arms and hands especially when speaking in an angry or emotional way
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gesticulation
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noun; the act of moving arms or hands when speaking in an angry way
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stealth
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noun; the act or action of proceeding furtively, secretly, or imperceptibly
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stealthily
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adverb; to move in a way that is secretive or imperceptible
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audacious
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adjective; recklessly bold : RASH; adventurous
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audacity
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noun; reckless or rash behavior
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derisive
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adjective; cruel, contemptuous, scornful
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derision
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noun; the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
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conceal
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verb; to prevent disclosure or recognition of; to place out of sight
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concealment
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noun; the act of hiding something or being secretive
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vex
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verb; to bring trouble, distress, or agitation
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vexation
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noun; the act of distressing someone or bring trouble
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