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Vocabulary 7
Learning new vocabulary terms
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Language - English
11th Grade
03/14/2007

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Semblance
Definition
Outward aspect or appearance; an assumed or unreal appearance
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Obscurity
Definition
Uncertainty of meaning or expression; the condition of being unknown
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Iniquity
Definition
Gross injustice or wickedness; a violation of right or duty
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Indefagitable
Definition
Incapable of being tired out; not yielding to fatique
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Sagacious
Definition
Having or showing acute mental discernment and keen practical sense; shrewd
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Portend
Definition
To indicate in advance; to foreshadow or presage; to signify
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Pensive
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Dreamily or wistfully thoughtful;expressing or revealing thoughtfulness
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Plausible
Definition
Having an appearance of truth or reason; seemingly worthy of approval or acceptance
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Resolute
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Firmly resolved or determined; set in purpose or opinion
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Posterity
Definition
Succeeding or future generations collectively; all descendants of one person
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Inherent
Definition
Existing in someone or something as a permanent and inseperable element
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Eradicate
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To remove or destroy utterly; to erase by rubbing or by means
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Penitent
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Feeling or expressing sorrow for sin or wrongdoing
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Effectual
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Producing or capable of producing an intended effect; valid or binding
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Impetuous
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Of, pertaining to, or characterized by sudden or rash action; moving with great force
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