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Vocab Sept. 1
Mrs. Bleiker's Vocab (Melody's Version)
Term | Definition |
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Abate | to reduce in amount |
Abjure | to say formally or publicly that you no longer agree with a belief or way of behaving |
Blandishment | a flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently to do something. |
Boor | an unrefined, ill-mannered person. |
Cardinal | of the greatest importance |
Deliberate | carefully weighed or considered |
Equivocation | the use of ambiguous language to conceal the truth |
Feckless | lacking initiative or strength of character |
Imperturbable | unable to be upset or excited |
Meretricious | apparently attractive but having in reality no value or integrity. |