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Unit 5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| acuity | sharpness (particularly of the mind or senses) |
| depraved | marked by evil and corruption, devoid of moral principles; Synonyms: perverted, vicious, corrupt |
| figment | a fabrication of the mind; an arbitrary notion; Synonym: invention |
| garner | to acquire as the result of effort; to gather and store away, as for future use; Synonyms: collect, accumulate, accrue |
| hallow | to set apart as holy or sacred, sanctify, consecrate to honor greatly, revere |
| mundane | earthly, worldly, relating to practical and material affairs; concerned with what is ordinary; Synonyms: humdrum, routine |
| nuance | a subtle or slight variation (as in color, meaning, quality) |
| penchant | a strong attraction or inclination |
| reputed | according to reputation or general belief; having widespread acceptance and good reputation |
| sumptuous | costly, rich, magnificent; Synonyms: lavish, opulent, splendid |