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WRI lesson 6
words, fun
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Abeyance (noun) | temporary inactivity, cessation, or suspension |
| Arbiter (noun) | a person empowered to decide matters at issue; judge; umpire. |
| Calumny (noun) | a false and malicious statement designed to injure the reputation of someone or something |
| Carnivorous (adj.) | flesh-eating |
| Cogent (adj.) | convincing or believable by virtue of forcible, clear, or incisive presentation; telling |
| Commiserate (v) | to feel or express sorrow or sympathy for; empathize with; pity. |
| Declivity (noun) | a downward slope, as of ground |
| Disparity (noun) | lack of similarity or equality; inequality; difference |
| Fetid (adj.) | having an offensive odor; stinking |
| Gist (noun) | the main or essential part of a matter |
| Herbivorous (adj.) | feeding on plants. |
| Imbue (v.) | to impregnate or inspire, as with feelings, opinions |
| Inviolable (adj.) | prohibiting violation; secure from destruction, violence, infringement, or desecration |
| Limpid (adj.) | clear, transparent, or pellucid, as water, crystal, or air |
| Omnivorous (adj.) | eating both animal and plant foods. |
| Paragon (n.) | a model or pattern of excellence or of a particular excellence |
| Perspicacity (n.) | keenness of mental perception and understanding |
| Perspicuity (n.) | clearness or lucidity |
| Recluse (n.) | person who lives in seclusion or apart from society, often for religious meditation |
| Taciturn (adj.) | inclined to silence |
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