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ENC 1101
Vocab 11/9
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English
11th Grade
11/08/2010

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Dogmatic
Definition
Inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true
  • he gives his opinion without trying to be dogmatic
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Dormant
Definition
  • (of an animal) Having normal physical functions suspended or slowed down for a period of time; in or as if in a deep sleep
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    Duplicity
    Definition
  • Deceitfulness; double-dealing
  • Doubleness
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    Ebb
    Definition
  • (of tidewater) Move away from the land; recede
    • the tide began to ebb
  • (of an emotion or quality) Gradually lessen or reduce
    • my enthusiasm was ebbing away
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    Eclectic
    Definition
  • Deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources
    • her musical tastes are eclectic
  • Of, denoting, or belonging to a class of ancient philosophers who did not belong to or found any recognized school of thought but selected such doctrines as they wished from various schools
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    Efface
    Definition

    Make oneself appear insignificant or inconspicuous

     

    Erase 

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    Effervescent
    Definition
    (of a liquid) Giving off bubbles; fizzy
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    Egregious
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    Outstandingly bad; shocking
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    Elucidate
    Definition
    Make (something) clear; explain
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    Elusive
    Definition
    Difficult to find, catch, or achieve
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    Embellish
    Definition
    Make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features
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    Embroil
    Definition
    Involve (someone) deeply in an argument, conflict, or difficult situation
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    Emulate
    Definition
    Match or surpass (a person or achievement), typically by imitation
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    Enervate
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    Cause (someone) to feel drained of energy or vitality; weaken
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    Engender
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    Cause or give rise to (a feeling, situation, or condition)
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    Enigma
    Definition
    A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand
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