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Lesson 4
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English
10th Grade
11/29/2010

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Accolade (N.)
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An expression of approval or respect for special merit; an award
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Adamant (Adj.)
Definition
Not yielding; firm.
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Adulate (v)

Adulation (n)

Definition
To flatter or admire excessively; to idolize
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Altercation (n.)
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A loud and determined dispute; a noisy quarrel
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Annals (n. pl.)
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A historical record of events, often arranged in a yearly sequence.
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Assiduous (adj)
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Diligent and persistent.
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Chary (Adj.)
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Exercising caution; hesitant.
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Clique (n)
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A small, exclusive group; a group held together by interests or purpose.
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Decrepit (adj)
Definition
worn-out with use; Broken-down.
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Endow (v)

Endowment (n)

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To provide with a quality, a thing, or a gift of money.
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Ephemeral (adj)
Definition
Lasting a very short time.
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Ingratiate (v)
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to work to to gain the favor of someone.
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Pantheon (N)
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A group of people held in high esteem for their great achievements.
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Perverse (adj)

Perversity (n)

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Turned away from what is right; wicked

Stubbornly opposing what is right or reasonable; obstinate.

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Tutelage (n)
Definition
Instruction, protection, or guardianship.
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