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Book 10, Lesson 4
Vocabulary Nov. 29
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10th Grade
11/29/2010

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Term
accolade
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n. An expression of approval or respect for special merit; an award.
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adamant
Definition
adj. Not yielding; firm.
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adulate
Definition
v. To flatter or admire excessively; to idolize.

adulation (noun)
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altercation
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n. A loud and determined dispute; a noisy quarrel.
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annals
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n. pl. A loud and determined dispute; a noisy quarrel.
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assiduous
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adj. Diligent and persistent.
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chary
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adj. Exercising caution; hesitant.
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clique
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n. A small, exclusive group; a group held together by like interests or purpose.
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decrepit
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adj. Worn-out with use; broken-down.
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endow
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v. To provide with a quality, a thing, or a gift of money.

endowment(noun)
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ephemeral
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adj. Lasting a very short time.
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ingratiate
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v. To work to gain the favor of someone.
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pantheon
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n. A group of people held in high esteem for their great achievements.
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perverse
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adj.
1.Turned away from what is right; wicked.
2.Stubbornly opposing what is right or reasonable; obstinate.

perversity(noun)
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tutelage
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n. Instruction, protection, or guardianship.
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tutelage
Definition
n. Instruction, protection, or guardianship.
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