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freedom writers/article of the week
vocab.
14
English
9th Grade
10/25/2010

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Spoil
Definition
prizes, riches, loot
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Gritty
Definition
tough, brave
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Provincial
Definition
belonging or peculiar to some particular province; local, location
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Odyssey
Definition
a long series of wanderings or adventures, especially when filled with notable experiences, hardships, etc.
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Vain
Definition
excessively proud of or concerned about one's own apperence, qualities, achievements, etc.
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Solidarity
Definition
union or fellowship arising from common responsibilities and interests, as between members of a group or between classes, peoples, etc; conceited, unity, cooperation
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Periphery
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the external boundary of any surface or area
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Scoffed
Definition
to speak derisively; mock, jeer
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Compelling
Definition
having a powerful or irresistible effect
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Meticulously
Definition
taking or showing extreme care about minute detail; precise, thorough
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Symbolize
Definition
to represent, express or identify by a symbol
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Tolerence
Definition
the act of recognizing and respecting the beliefs, views or practices of others
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Validate
Definition
respectfully acknowledging another's identity and opinions
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Witness
Definition
one who can give a firsthand account of something seen, heard or experienced
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