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English 1,2 Vocabulary Packet
english vocab.
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English
9th Grade
09/18/2009

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laconic
Definition
using few words, expressing much in few words
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throng
Definition
a multitdue of people crowded or assembled together
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intrepid
Definition
resolutely fearless; dauntless
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accost
Definition
to confront boldly
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reticent
Definition
disposed to be silent or not to speak freely
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furtive
Definition
stealth, secret
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felon
Definition
a person who has been convicted of a crime
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plethora
Definition
overabundance, excess
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hapless
Definition
unlucky
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irate
Definition
angry, enraged
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pretext
Definition
something that is put forward to conceal a true purpose or object
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fabricate
Definition
to make by art or skill and labor
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adroit
Definition
expert or nimble in the use of the hands or body
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gesticulate
Definition
to make or use gestures, esp. in an animated or excited manner with or instead of speech.
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vigilant
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keenly watchful to detect danger
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avid
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enthusiastic; ardent; dedicated; keen
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