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JH Word of the Day 4

4th quarter Word of the Day for JH

WordDefinition
Confiscate take or seize (someone's property) with authority
Enigma a person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand. • a riddle
Durable able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing
Instill gradually but firmly establish an idea or attitude, esp. a desirable one in a person's mind
Haggard looking exhausted and unwell, esp. from fatigue, worry, or suffering
Voracious wanting or devouring great quantities of food • having a very eager approach to an activity
Ferret ( ferret something out) search tenaciously for and find something
Loll sit, lie, or stand in a lazy, relaxed way • hang loosely; droop
Excruciating very painful
Tedious too long, slow, or dull: tiresome or monotonous
Fallacy a mistaken belief
Pithy concise and forcefully expressive, snotty
Tirade a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation
Intervene come between so as to prevent or alter a result or course of events
Grapple engage in a close fight or struggle without weapons; wrestle
Created by: garnetmayo
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