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Wordly Wise 7.13
Wordly Wise Book 7 Lesson 13
Term | Definition |
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arduous | requiring much effort; very difficult |
canny | shrewd and careful; watchful of one's own interests |
climax | the highest point; the greatest moment or event |
endorse | to sign the back of a check before cashing or depositing it. To approve of; to support. To be favorably associated with a product in return for payment. |
exuberant | happy and excited; bubbling over with enthusiasm |
intrepid | feeling or showing no fear; brave; courageous |
kindle | to start burning. To cause to become excited or stirred up. |
lucrative | producing wealth or profit |
mentor | a wise and loyal friend and adviser. |
obsession | an interest, idea, or feeling that fills one's mind and leaves little room for anything else |
personable | pleasing in manner and appearance |
proficient | able to do something very well; skillful |
scanty | not enough or just barely enough; small in size or amount |
strait | a narrow body of water connecting two larger ones. Trouble or need. |
zest | great enjoyment; excitement |