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Term | Definition |
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acme | the highest point |
attribute | n.quality;v.to assign to |
belittle | appear smaller than already is |
convey | transport |
doctrine | belief |
excise | v.remove by cutting;n.indirect tax |
exotic | foreign |
haggard | thin and pale |
jaunty | lively |
juncture | a joining together |
menial | adj.lowly;n.a person who does humble tasks |
parry | v.to ward off;n.a defensive movement |
predatory | preying |
ravage | v.to destroy;n.ruinous damage |
stance | a way of holding the body |
tawdry | showy and flashy |
turncoat | a person who switches sides |
unassuming | not putting on airs |
wallow | v.roll around lazy;n.a wet and muddy area |
waver | to move to and fro |