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section 10
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English
9th Grade
04/27/2010

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Term
amenity
Definition

A feature that contributes to physical comfort.

A feature that increases the attractiveness or value of a location.

Term
averse
Definition
Having a feeling of opposition or distaste.
Term
complacent
Definition
So self-satisfied that one sees no need for change; unconcerned.
Term
decompose
Definition
To decay or to break down into basic elements.
Term
defray
Definition
To supply the money for; to pay.
Term
emanate
Definition
o come out from a source.
Term
envisage
Definition
To picture in one’s mind, to imagine something in the future.
Term
facetious
Definition
Playfully or inappropriately humorous.
Term
fallacy
Definition
A false or mistaken idea.
Term
furor
Definition
An uproar; a state of great anger or excitement.
Term
idyll
Definition
An episode or experience that is calm and carefree.
Term
paucity
Definition
Scarcity; smallness in number or amount.
Term
porous
Definition
ull of tiny holes or spaces; easily penetrated by gas or liquid.
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supersede
Definition
To replace; to cause to be set aside because of superiority.
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tangible
Definition

Real; able to be touched.

Possible to understand or realize; not vague or uncertain.

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