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The Odyssey
Odyssey
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English
9th Grade
04/27/2011

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Haughty
Definition
disdainfully proud; snobbish; scornfully arrogant.
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Heed
Definition
to give careful attention to.
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Insolent
Definition
boldly rude or disrespectful.
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Reproach
Definition
to find fault with.
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Lament
Definition
to feel or express sorrow or regret for.
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Bestow
Definition
to present as a gift; give; confer.
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Bestow
Definition
to present as a gift; give; confer
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Divination
Definition
the practice of attempting to foretell future events or discover hidden knowledge by occult or supernatural means.
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Circumspect
Definition
watchful and discreet; cautious; prudent.
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Vociferous
Definition
crying out noisily
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Ponderous
Definition
of great weight.
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Brazen
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shameless or impudent.
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Communal
Definition
used or shared in common by everyone in a group.
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Ennoble
Definition
to elevate in degree, excellence, or respect; dignify.
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Potent
Definition
powerful; mighty.
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Shrill
Definition
high-pitched and piercing in sound quality
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Gilded
Definition
covered or highlighted with gold or something of a golden color.
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Stately
Definition
majestic; imposing in magnificence, elegance, etc.
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Vexation
Definition
the state of being vexed; irritation; annoyance.
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Begrudge
Definition
to envy or resent the pleasure or good fortune of.
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