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English
9th Grade
11/20/2008

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nepotism
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favoritism by a boss shown toward a relative
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numismatist
Definition
coin collector
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obeisance
Definition
a bow or similar gesture expressing deep respect (ant: contempt, scorn)
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obsequy
Definition
a funeral rite or ceremony (ant: discredit, disgrace)
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obtrude
Definition
to force oneself upon others unasked or unwanted; to push out
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ogre
Definition
monster, hideous being
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opiate
Definition
a narcotic; anything causing sleep for bringing relief (ant: stimulant)
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oscillate
Definition
to swing or move back and forth like a pendulum
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ostentatious
Definition
marked by a conspicuous, showy or pretentious display
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oust
Definition
to drive out, expel, dispossess
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pacify
Definition
to calm down (ant: incite, agitate)
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paean
Definition
song of praise or joy
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pall
Definition
something that covers or conceals
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pallid
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pale; faint in color (ant: hearty, robust)
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palpable
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obvious; capable of being touched or felt (ant: obscure, unclear)
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