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Vocab Lesson 9
AP Comp Vocab
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Language - English
11th Grade
02/16/2009
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machination
 Definition
an evil design or plan
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pejorative
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having a negative effect; insulting
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harbinger
 Definition
an omen or sign
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nubile
 Definition
suitable for marraige in age and physical development, referring to a female
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sapient
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wise; full of knowledge
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chimerical
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imaginary; fantastic
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masochist
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one who enjoys his or her own pain and suffering
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finesse
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diplomacy; tact; artful management
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heterogeneous
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different; dissimilar
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eclectic
 Definition
choosing from various sources
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grandiose
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impressive; showy; magnificent
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raiment
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clothing; garments
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blanch
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to whiten; to make pale
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hybrid
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anything of mixed origin
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idiosyncrasy
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a peculiar personality trait
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