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Vocab Set 5
Vocab Set 5
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English
9th Grade
10/17/2011

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Quixotic
Definition
Adjective. Extremely Chiavlrous or romantic
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Milieu
Definition
Noun. Surroundings.
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Beleaguer
Definition
Transitive Verb. To surround with millitary forces.
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Histrionic
Definition
Adjective.Overly Dramatic in behavior or speech.
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Bludgeon
Definition
Noun. A short heavy club with one end weighted or heavier than the other.
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Arduous
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Adjective. Requiring great exertion.

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Reminisce
Definition
Verb. To recall past experiences.
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Opportune
Definition
Adjective. Occuring or coming at an appropriate time.
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Dulcet
Definition
Adjective. Pleasant to the ear.
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Porcine
Definition
Adjective. Of or pertaining to swine.
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Lassitude
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Noun. Lack of energy.
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Coterie
Definition
Noun. A group of people who associate closely.
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Ballistics
Definition
Noun. The science or study of the motion of projectiles.
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Ambiance
Definition
Noun. The mood, tone, or atmosphere.
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Girth
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Noun. The measure around anything; circumference.
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Askew
Definition
Adjective. In a crooked position.
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Cubism
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Noun. A style of painting and sculpture.
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Cranny
Definition
Noun. A small, out of the way place.
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Enrage
Definition
Verb. To make extremely angry.
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Propulsive
Definition
Noun. The act or process of propelling.
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