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Worldly Wise book 9 Lesson 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Allude | To refer to in an indirect way (used with "to") |
| Consecrate | 1. To set apart as holy 2. To dedicate to a cause; to devote |
| Disseminate | To scatter or spread widely |
| Dote | To show excessive fondness for (used with "on" or "upon") |
| Exhort | To urge strongly; to warn or appeal |
| Feckless | Careless or irresponsible |
| Implicate | To show to be involved with something, especially something dishonest or illegal |
| Lament | To feel or express grief |
| Monetary | Of or relating to money or currency |
| Pensive | Deep in thought; dreamily thoughtful |
| Pomp | A showy or dignified display |
| Stilted | Artificially stiff or formal in manner |
| Subjugate | To bring under control; to conquer |
| Trauma | 1. A severe bodily injury 2. Emotional shock |
| Wanton | 1. Ignoring what is right 2. Excessive or unrestrained Playful or frolicsome |