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Vocab List 5
Term | Definition |
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Unabashed | Adj: not abashed or not embarrassed or ashamed |
Unequivocal | Adj: Having only one possible meaning or interpretation leaving no doubt |
Unobtrusive | Adj: Not attaching attention; not placing one's opinions on others |
Semiannual | Adj: occurs twice per year or for a half year |
Semiformal | Adj: partly formal; containing some formal elements N: A social even that is not too formal |
Semiarid | Adj. characterized by very little annual rainfall, usually from 10 to 20 inches |
Crevice | N. A deep, narrow opening in rock caused by a split or crack |
Lure | Lure: V. To tempt or attract with the promise of something good; N. something that attracts; N. Artificial bait used for fishing |
Makeshift | N. A temporary and usually less strong replacement; Adj. Used as a temporary replacement |
Summit | N. The highest point or the top (as of a mountain); N. A conference or meeting of top leaders of the government. |
Terse | Adj. Short or brief and to the point |
Thwart | V. To stand in the way of; V. to defeat the hopes, desires, or plans of |