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ENG 4C Vocabulary - Set #1
Mr Clarke's Gr 12 College -- Facebook Articles Vocabulary
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English
12th Grade
02/16/2010

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unrelenting
Definition
not yielding or giving in; not lessening in strength, severity, or determination.
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barrage
Definition
a bombardment, either of artillery fire, or difficult questions or information
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hoax
Definition
a humorous or malicious (intending someone ill) deception
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fabricated
Definition
either (1) invent in order to deceive, or (2) construct or manufacture
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harass
Definition
torment by subjecting to constant interference or intimidation
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vulnerable
Definition
exposed to the risk of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
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diagnosis
Definition
the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms
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evolving
Definition
developing gradually
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tier
Definition
(1)one of a series of rows or levels placed one above the other. (2)a level or grade within a hierarchy.
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algorithm
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a process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer
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vigilance
Definition
keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.
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abuzz
Definition
full of a continuous humming sound.["The room was _____ with excitement"]
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adept
Definition
very skilled or proficient ["He is quite ______ at speaking German"]
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compromise
Definition
bring into danger by reckless behaviour; or to agree by making concessions
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exodus
Definition
a mass departure of people; the 2nd book of the Bible, recounting the departure of the Israelites from Egypt.
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Crusade
Definition
a vigorous campaign or struggle with a political, social, or religious aim ["The medieval _____s were in the holy Land"]
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Repressive
Definition
inhibiting or restraining personal freedom; oppressive
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Regime
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(1) a government, especially an authoritarian one. (2)a systematic or ordered way of doing something.
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Indignant
Definition
feeling or showing annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment
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Disillusioned
Definition
the disappointing loss of a belief or an ideal.
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cultivate
Definition
(1)prepare and use (land) for crops or gardening (2)try to acquire or develop (a quality or skill).
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Mercenary
Definition
(1)primarily concerned with making money at the expense of ethics. (2) a soldier for hire
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Undermine
Definition
(1)erode the base or foundation of (a rock formation); (2)make less powerful or effective, especially in a malicious way
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Coherent
Definition
(1)(of an argument or theory) logical and consistent. (2)holding together to form a whole
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Moated
Definition
surrounded with a deep, wide defensive ditch, typically filled with water
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dissent
Definition
express disagreement with a prevailing view or official decision
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Monitor
Definition
observe and check over a period of time; maintain regular surveillance over
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Novelty
Definition
a new or unfamiliar thing or experience
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Demise
Definition
the end or failure of something or someone - "He Met his ___________"
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Clique
Definition
a small close-knit group of people who do not readily allow others to join them
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trivial
Definition
of little value or importance. "The game ________ Pursuit lives up to its name"
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cull
Definition
reduce the population of (a wild animal) by selective slaughter
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mundane
Definition
lacking interest or excitement [Rhymes with insane]
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punitive
Definition
adjective inflicting or intended as punishment.
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vindictive
Definition
having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge
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decorum
Definition
behaviour in keeping with good taste and propriety. [Last syllable a form of alcohol]
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etiquette
Definition
French word for the customary code of polite behaviour in a society (Rhymes with Vet]
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