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Level A
Chapter 10
Term | Definition |
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foil | to defeat, to keep from gaining some; a thin sheet of metal; a light fencing sword; a person or thing serving as a contrast to another |
formulate | to express definitely or systematically; to devise, invent, to state as a formula |
initiative | the taking of the first step or move, the ability to act without being directed or urged from the outside |
memento | something that serves as a reminder |
nonconformist | a person who refuses to follow established ideas or ways of doing things; of or relating to the unconventional |
null and void | without legal force or effect; no longer binding |
panorama | a wide unobstructed view of a area; a complete survey of a subject; a continuously passing or changing scene; a range or spectrum |
posterity | all of a person's offspring, descendants; all future generations |
pry | to pull loose by force; to look at closely or |
refurbish | to brighten, freshen, or polish; to restore or improve |
resourceful | able to deal promptly and effectively with all sorts of problems; clever in finding ways and means of getting along |
rigorous | severe, harsh, strict; thoroughly logical |
subsequent | coming after; following in time, and place, or order |
unerring | making no mistakes, faultless, completely accurate |
abominable | arousing hatred; disgusting, detestable |
bumbling | blundering and awkward; clumsiness |
consequence | a result, effect; importance |
delude | to fool, deceive; to mislead utterly |
dole | to give out in small amounts; money food, or other necessities given as charity; a small portion |
engulf | to swallow up, overwhelm, consume |