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Unit 1 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| adulterate | (v) to corrupt, make worse by the addition of something of lesser value |
| ambidextrous | (adjective) able to use both hands equally well |
| augment | (v) to make larger |
| bereft | (adjective) deprived of, made unhappy through loss |
| deploy | (v) to position or arrange |
| dour | (adjective) stern, unyielding |
| fortitude | (n) courage in facing difficulties |
| gape | (v) to stare with open mouth |
| gibe | (v) to utter taunting words |
| guise | (n) an external appearance |
| insidious | (adjective) intended to deceive or entrap |
| intimation | (n) a hint, indirect suggestion |
| opulent | (adjective) wealthy, luxurious |
| pliable | (adjective) easily bent |
| reiterate | (v) to say again |
| stolid | (adjective) not easily moved mentally or emotionally, dull |
| tentative | (adjective) experimental in nature, hesitant |
| unkempt | (adjective) not combed, untidy |
| verbatim | (adjective) word for word |
| warily | (adjective) cautiously, with great care |