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Lesson 25
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10
English
9th Grade
04/02/2012

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Altruistic
Definition
Unselfish, concerned with the welfare of others
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Assent
Definition
To express agreement; agreement
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Benefactor
Definition
One who does good to others
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Chivalrous
Definition
Marked by honor, courtesy, and courage; knightly
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Clemency
Definition
Mercy, humaneness; mildness, moderateness
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Dearth
Definition
A lack, scarcity inadequate supply; a famine
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Diffident
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Shy, lacking self-confidence; modest, reserved
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Discrepancy
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A difference; a lack of agreement
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Embark
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To go aboard; to make a start; to invest
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Facile
Definition
Easily done or attained; superficial; ready, fluent; easily shown but not sincerely felt
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