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Chapter 12 Vocabulary
Vocabulary in Action, Level H
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English
9th Grade
03/31/2011

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Term
allocate
Definition
(verb) to set aside for a special
purpose
Term
brim
Definition
(noun) the upper edge of anything
hollow
Term
conform
Definition
(verb) 1. to be or make similar
in form; 2. to act in harmony with; to
comply
Term
dethrone
Definition
(verb) to remove from a position
of power
Term
disconnected
Definition
(adjective) 1. apart from;
2. not connected
Term
dubious
Definition
(adjective) doubtful or full of
uncertainty
Term
entitle
Definition
(verb) 1. to give a particular name or
title to; 2. to give a claim or right to;
3. to qualify
Term
ferocious
Definition
(adjective) 1. fierce or savage;
2. extreme or severe
Term
furlough
Definition
(noun) 1. time away; 2. a leave of
absence or vacation
Term
horizontal
Definition
(adjective) parallel to the ground;
(noun) something that goes across
Term
inkling
Definition
(noun) 1. a hint; a slight suggestion;
2. a vague understanding
Term
laud
Definition
(verb) to praise or glorify
Term
murmur
Definition
(noun) a low, unclear, constant
sound;
(verb) to make a low, unclear, constant
sound
Term
ordeal
Definition
(noun) a difficult or painful experience
Term
precise
Definition
(adjective) 1. clearly and carefully
stated; 2. distinct; 3. exact
Term
rectify
Definition
(verb) to make right
Term
shirk
Definition
(verb) to put off work or duty in order
to avoid
Term
stoic
Definition
(adjective) not showing feeling;
restrained or impassive
Term
tumult
Definition
tumult (noun) 1. a loud disturbance of a large
crowd; 2. any confusion of the mind or
feelings
Term
wrath
Definition
(noun) violent anger or rage
Term
affirmation
Definition
(noun) confirmation that
something is correct
Term
auspicious
Definition
(adjective) showing promise of
success or good fortune
Term
demeanor
Definition
(noun) 1. outward manner;
2. behavior or conduct
Term
enormity
Definition
(noun) extreme wickedness or
atrocious character
Term
prerogative
Definition
(noun) an exclusive or special
right that belongs to a person or group
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