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English 10 Vocabulary List #1
Vocabulary List #1 for English 10
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Language - English
10th Grade
08/12/2011

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vigilance
Definition
watchfulness(for danger or difficulties)
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wince
Definition
to flinch due to pain or distres
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consternation
Definition
confused amazement or fear
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cower
Definition
to crouch down in fear
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synchronize
Definition
to match the timing of; to happen at the same time
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neutralize
Definition
to counteract or cancel the effect of syn. annul or offset
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furtive
Definition
sneaky; secretive
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recompose
Definition
to restore to calm; to settle again, to restore to composure
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doctrine
Definition
a set of rules, values or beliefs held by a group
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heritage
Definition
something passed down through generations,such as tradition
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unavailing
Definition
useless; ineffective; futile; fruitless
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disengage
Definition
to detach or remove oneself (syn. untangle)
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rudimentary
Definition
very basic; in the beginning stages
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wizened
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withered and dry
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voluble
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especially talkative
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commiserate
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express sorrow or pity for another's troubles
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savoring
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a full appreciation and enjoyment
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indomitable
Definition
not easily discouraged or defeated
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