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level C, unit 4
| word | definition |
|---|---|
| annul | to reduce to nothing; to make ineffective or inoperative; to declare leagally invalid or void |
| blase | indifferent, bored as a result of having enjoyed many pleasures; apathetic |
| bolster | to support; give a boost; a long pillow or cushion; a supporting post |
| deplore | to feel or express regret or disapporoval |
| frivolous | of little importance; not worthy of serious attention; not meant seriously |
| muster | to bring togeter for service of battle; ro gather or summon; to amount to; compromise, include; a list of men for military service; a gathering; accumulation |
| nonentity | a person or thing of no importance |
| obsess | to trouble or haunt, fill mind |
| ornate | elabrately decorated; showily placed |
| oust | to remove, drive out, |
| peruse | to read thoroughly, |
| porous | full of tiny holes; able to be penetrated by water |
| promontory | high point of land; |
| prone | lying face down, inclined; likely |
| qualm | a pang of conscience; uneasiness |
| recourse | a person or thing turned to help or advice |
| residue | remainder, |
| solicitous | showing concern or care |
| staid | serious or dignified; quiet or stuborn; |
| sustain | to support, nourish, keep up; |