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10th Vocab #5
Definitions
Term | Definition |
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Stout | (Of a person) somewhat fat or of heavy build |
Laborious | Requiring considerable effort and time |
Ensconced | Establish or settle in a comfortable or secret space |
Dissentient | In opposition to a majority or official opinion |
Gamboled | Run or jump around playfully |
Affinity | To take great pleasure or delight in something |
Arbiter | A person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter |
Finesse | Intricate and refined delicacy |
Glower | Have an angry or sullen look on one's face |
Libel | A published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation |
Virile | Having masculine strength |
Prerogative | A right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class |
Nonplussed | Surprised and confused so much that they are unsure how to react |
Modicum | A small quantity of a particular thing, especially something considered desirable or valuable |
Maxim | A short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct |
Glean | To gather or collect slowly |
Misnomer | A wrong or inaccurate name or designation |
Tirade | A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation |
Preposterous | Contrary to reason or common sense |
Transpire | To come to pass |