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Elijah Buxton Vocab2
Vocabulary Chp 9-12
Term | Definition |
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rigmarole | foolish talk or activity; words or action without meaning: nonsense |
prestidigitation | magic trick performed as entertainment |
flimflam | a deception, to swindle or cheat |
diversion | a distraction, from work, etc. |
strivers | someone who works hard |
intrigued | excited the curiosity and interest of |
plait | a braid of hair, ribbon, etc. |
goose flesh | goose bumps |
blubbering | weep noisily |
sensible | aware; conscious |
rebuke | express disapproval of; reprove |
envy | feeling of discontent, dislike, or desire because another has what one wants |