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Vocab Lesson 3
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English
12th Grade
10/22/2009

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Scapegoat
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One who bears the blame for an offense
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Peremptory
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Not allowing refusal or delay; imperative
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Atelier
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An artist or designer’s workshop
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Axiom
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A universal truth; an established rule
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Dulcet
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Melodious; pleasing to the ear
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Usurp
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To take over; to seize power
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Patronizing
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Treating with condescension; acting superior
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Iniquity
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An evil or wicked act
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Archaic
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No longer current or applicable; antiquated
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Vacillate
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To waver; to sway indecisively
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Perspicacious
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Keen, mentally sharp
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Abstemious
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Using or consuming sparingly
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Talisman
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A magical charm or superstitious object for protection or luck
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Expurgate
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To remove vulgar or objectionable material
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Pellucid
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Transparent; clear
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