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General Vocab
8th Grade
03/07/2011

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accede
Definition
to agree to; to consent to
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affluent
Definition
generously supplied with money or possessions
wealth
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arbitrary
Definition
determined by chance or whim rather than reason
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artisan
Definition
one able to do skilled work with the hands; craftsperson
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dismantle
Definition
to take apart
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immerse
Definition
to cover with liquid
to completely engage the attention of
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irksome
Definition
annoying; tedious
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legacy
Definition
money or property left to another in a will
something passed to those who come after
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ostentatious
Definition
extravagantly showy or ornate
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panorama
Definition
a complete view of the area
a thorough presentation of a subject
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philanthropy
Definition
the attempt to improve the well being of those in need
one who contributes to those in need
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prestige
Definition
high standing; respect earned by accomplishments
honored; esteemed
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prolific
Definition
abundantly productive
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reticent
Definition
inclined to keep one's thoughts and feelings to oneself
silence or reserve
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tycoon
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a wealthy and powerful businessperson
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