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English Vocab L.6
Term | Definition |
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adversary | an opponent or enemy |
bizarre | very odd in style, manner, or appearance; weird |
donor | one who donates something, such as money, blood, or a body part; a giver |
escalate | to make or become larger or more intense |
furtive | sly or sneaky; done in a secretive way to avoid being noticed |
high-strung | very nervous, tense, or sensitive ; excitable |
hinder | to make difficult or delay the movement or progress of; to hold back |
imminent | about to happen; likely to occur soon |
indisputable | not open to dispute or doubt; unquestionable |
livelihood | a means or supporting life; the way one makes a living |
outspoken | not shy about speaking out; expressed boldly and openly |
plenteous | having or producing a large supply; more than enough; plentiful |
quota | a fixed share or amount assigned any one person,group,country, and so on |
somber | dark and gloomy/sad and thoughtful |
tarry | to delay or be slow in starting an action; to hesitate |