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Unit 1
Unit 1
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Language - English
8th Grade
09/06/2008

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Term

Adage

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Definition

Ad' age

N. Proverb, wise saying

Synonyms: Maxim

Term

Bonanza

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Definition

bo nan' za

N. a rich mass of ore in a mine; something very valuable, profitable, or rewarding; a source of wealth or prosperity; a very large amount; sudden profit or gain

Synonyms: windfall

Term

Churlish

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Definition

chur' lish

adj. lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; diffucult to work with or deal with; rude

Synonyms: Surly, ill-tempered

Antonyms: courteous, civil, well-mannered

Term

Citadel

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Definition

cit' a del

n. a fortress that overlooks and protects a city; any strong or commanding place

Synonyms: Fort, Stronghold, bulwark, bastion

Term

Colla >> << borate

Definition

co llab' o rate

V. To work with, work together

Synonyms: team up, join forces

Antonyms: work alone 

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