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LOTF Vocab
Chapters 6-8
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9th Grade
02/27/2013

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Improvisation
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(n.) something created without preparation
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Derisive
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(adj.) expressing contempt or ridicule
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Effigy
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(n.) a sculpture or model of a person
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Tempestuously
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(adv.) characterized by strong or turbulent emotions; conflicting
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Incantation
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(n.) a chant; magic spell or charm
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Taut
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(adj.) stretched or pulled tightly
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Obtuse
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(adj.) annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand
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Luxuriance
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(n.) the state of being rich and profuse in growth
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Impervious
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(adj.) not affected by; not allowing passage through
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Rebuke
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(v.) express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone's behavior; ridicule
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Sanctity
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(n.) godliness; the state of being holy or sacred
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Maternal
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(adj.) of or relating to a mother
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Cynicism
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(n.) the idea that people are motivated by self-intrest rath than unselfish reasons
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Brandish
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(v.) to wave or flourish, especially with a weapon
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Sagely
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(adv.) with extreme wisdom
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