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Wordly Wise 8
Lesson 3
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09/11/2005

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atrophy
Definition
to waste away or fail to develop
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efficacy
Definition
the power to bring about the desired result; effectiveness
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emolument
Definition
salary or fees for work done; compensation
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icon
Definition
1. a religious painting, especially one revered by the Eastern Christian churches
2. a symbol or image whose form suggests its meaning
3. one who is idolized
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incipient
Definition
beginning to exist or appear; in the first stage
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inculcate
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to impress upon or teach by frequent repetition
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inestimable
Definition
too valuable or great to be measured
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lackluster
Definition
lacking brightness or vitality; without spirit or enthusiasm
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martinet
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a strict disciplinarian
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prodigious
Definition
1. extremely large in bulk, quantity, or degree
2. causing amazement or wonder
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regimen
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a regulated program, especially one designed to improve or maintain health
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stellar
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1. of or related to a star
2. outstanding or brilliant
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stoic
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one seemingly indifferent to pleasure or pain
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vibrant
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1. full of life or vigor
2.bright or vivid
3. quivering or vibrating
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zealous
Definition
very enthusiastic; fervent; passionate on behalf of someone or something
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