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2011-04 Vocab Words
Word-a-Day for the month of April 2011
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English
6th Grade
04/15/2011

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Term
to be adjacent to; border on; end at
Definition
abut
Term

1. to be reluctant to act because of fear, indecision, or disinclination.

2. to have scruples or doubts about something.

3. to stop for a moment; pause.

Definition
hesitate
Term

1. warm-hearted; cordial.

2. genuine; sincere; heartfelt

3. completely devoted; wholehearted

Definition
hearty
Term
1. working or acting together for a common purpose or benefit.
Definition
cooperative
Term

1. free from spot or stain

2. free from moral blemish or impurity; pure.

3. free from errors

Definition
immaculate
Term

1. to strike or press with crushing force; squash.

2. to put down or silence, as with a crushing retort.

3. a splashing sound.

Definition
squelch
Term
1. capable of being read or deciphered, esp. with ease, as writing or printing. 2. capable of being discerned or distinguished
Definition
legible
Term

1. to bring or restore to a state of peace or tranquillity; quiet; calm.

2. to appease

3. to reduce to a submissive state; subdue

Definition
pacify
Term

1. free from commotion or tumult; peaceful; quiet; calm

2. unaffected by disturbing emotions; serene; placid

Definition
tranquil
Term

1. widespread; of wide extent or occurrence; in general use or acceptance.

2. having the superiority or ascendancy; dominant

Definition
prevalent
Term

1. having or showing a disposition to avoid exertion; slothful.

2. inactive or relatively benign

Definition
indolent
Term

1. fixed in direction; steadily directed

2. firm in purpose, resolution, faith, etc.

3. unwavering, as resolution, faith, or adherence

Definition
steadfast
Term
having or showing good manners; polite
Definition
courteous
Term
given to or marked by meditation; thoughtful
Definition
reflective
Term

1. having an attractive, well-proportioned, and imposing appearance suggestive of health and strength; good-looking

2. considerable, ample, or liberal in amount

3. gracious; generous

Definition
handsome
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