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Quiz #1 E
English 9
Question | Answer |
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adulterate | to corrupt, make worse by the addition of something of lesser value |
ambidextrous | able to use both hands equally well; very skillful |
augment | to make larger, increase |
bereft | deprived of, made unhappy through a loss |
deploy | to position or arrange; to form up |
dour | stern, gloomy in appearance or manner |
fortitude | courage in facing difficulties |
gape | to stare with open mouth; to open wide |
gibe | to utter taunting words (n) an expression of scorn |
guise | an external appearance, mask |
insidious | intended to deceive or entrap; sly |
intimation | a hint, indirect suggestion |
opulent | wealthy, luxurious; ample, grandiose |
pliable | easily bent, flexible; easily influenced |
reiterate | to say again, repeat |
stolid | not easily moved mentally or emotionally |
tentative | experimental in nature; uncertain |
unkempt | untidy; not properly maintained |
verbatim | word for word; exactly as written or spoken |
warily | cautiously, with great care |