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15
English
8th Grade
01/30/2009

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Term
accord
Definition
A feeling of agreement or harmony; a formal agreement
Term
affirm
Definition
To declare positively
Term
bequeath
Definition
1. To pass on to others.
2. To leave to another in one's will.
Term
citadel
Definition
A fortress on a hill; a stronghold.
Term
confer
Definition
1. To grant or bestow.
2. To consult.
Term
coup
Definition
1. A successful action that brings about5 a striking change.
2. The overthrow of a government, especially by a group that has military or political power.
Term
dignitary
Definition
A person who holds a high rank or position of honor.
Term
embroil
Definition
To involve in an argument or conflict.
Term
epoch
Definition
An extended period of time marked by a series of related events.
Term
impeccable
Definition
Free from fault or flaw; perfect.
Term
institute
Definition
v. To establish, organize, or put into effect; to begin.
n. An organization set up to promote education or a particular cause.
Term
patriarch
Definition
The male founder or ruler of a family or tribe.
Term
rapport
Definition
A feeling of harmonious connection between people or groups of people.
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renounce
Definition
To give up a right to, abandon; reject.
Term
rhetoric
Definition
1. The art of using language skillfully.
2. Exaggerated or insincere language that is without real meaning or worth.
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