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English
12th Grade
02/24/2009

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nocuous
Definition
very hurtful; noxious
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peculate
Definition
to steal money or goods entrusted to one; embezzle
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hidebound
Definition
narrow-minded and stubborn
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declaim
Definition
to orate; to speak in a loud and emotional manner
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openhanded
Definition
giving freely; generous
2. done with an open hand
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sanguine
Definition
cheerfully optimistic, hopeful, or confident
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acute
Definition
acting keenly on the senses; sharp
2. quick in discernment; drawing fine distinctions
3. of an angle, less than 90 degrees
4. happening quickly, briefly, and severely
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temerity
Definition
Unreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger; rashness.
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parry
Definition
to ward off; turn aside (as a thrust or weapon)
2. the act of warding off
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martial
Definition
suitable or used for war; warlike
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