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BMS Lesson 17 Vocabulary
Wordly Wise Book 8
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English
8th Grade
03/18/2011

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Term
accord
Definition
A feeling of agreement or harmony; a formal agreement
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affirm
Definition
To declare positively
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bequeath
Definition
1. To pass on to others
2. To leave to another in one's will
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citadel
Definition
A fortress on a hill; a stronghold
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confer
Definition
1. To grant or bestow
2. To consult
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coup
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1. A successful action that brings about a striking change
2. The overthrow of a government, especially by a group that has military or political power
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dignitary
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A person who holds a high rank or position of honor
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embroil
Definition
To involve in an argument or conflict
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epoch
Definition
An extended period of time marked by a series of related events
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impeccable
Definition
Free from fault or flaw; perfect
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institute
Definition
v. To establish, organize or put into effect; to begin
n. An organization set up to promote education or a particular cause
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patriarch
Definition
The male founder or ruler of a family or tribe
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rapport
Definition
A feeling of harmonious connection between people or groups of people
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renounce
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To give up a right to, abandon; reject
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rhetoric
Definition
1. The are of using language skillfully
2. Exaggerated or insincere language that is without real meaning or worth
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