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CDA- WW 12
3000 book 8 chpt 12
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English
8th Grade
02/21/2010

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accede
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v. to agree to; to consent to, ofter after urging from another
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affluent
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adj. generously supplied with money or possessions; wealthy
n. wealth = affluence
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arbitrary
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adj. determined by chance or whim rather than by reason or necessity
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artisan
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n. one able to do skilled work with the hands; a craftsman
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dismantle
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v. to take apart
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immerse
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v. to cover with liquid; to completely engage the attention of "immersed in her book..."
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irksome
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adj. annoying; tedious
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legacy
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n. money or property left to another in a will; something passed on to those who come after
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ostentatious
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adj. extravagantly showy or ornate
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panorama
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n. a complete view of a surrounding area; a thorough presentation of a subject
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philanthropy
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n. the atempt to improve the well-being of those in need by donating money or aid
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prestige
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n. high standing; respect earned by accomplishments
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prolific
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adj. abundantly productive "a prolific writer"
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reticent
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adj. inclined to keep one's thoughts and feelings to oneself; quiet and reserved
n. silence or reserve
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tycoon
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n. a wealthy and powerful businessperson
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