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E9 Lesson 13
Wordly Wise Book 9 Lesson 13
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| blandishment | (often plural) That which is intended to coax or persuade, such as flattery; an allurement |
| deprecate | to criticize or express disapproval |
| discomfit | to make uneasy by confusing or embarrassing a person |
| meteoric | coming into existence swiftly, suddently, brightly, like a meteor |
| overbearing | acting in an arrogant, domineering way |
| precocious | showing exceptionally early development of abilities |
| proffer | to offer for acceptance or consideration |
| remonstrate | to say in protest; to raise an objection |
| rift | a split or crack OR a break in friendly relations |
| solicitious | showing interest and care; concerned |
| succinct | expressed clearly and in few words; concise |
| sylvan | having to do with trees or wooded areas |
| trepidation | apprehension; dread |
| untoward | not favorable; unlucky |
| virtuoso | a person with great skill in some art, especially music OR done with great skill and dash |