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Unit 1 Vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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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 |