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Vocab
Lesson 25
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| altercation | an angry argument that may or may not include physical violence. |
| attain | to arrive at or reach; to gain by effort |
| contrite | sorry about having done something wrong; regretful |
| decrepit | broken down or worn out by age, illness, or use |
| entreaty | a strong request; a plea |
| grueling | physically or mentally demanding |
| hanker | to have a strong desire or wish |
| laud | to praise, especially to praise highly |
| misgiving | a feeling of doubt or worry |
| obscure | not clear or distinct |
| obscure | not famous or well known; attracting little notice |
| obscure | to conceal from view; to hide |
| placate | to ease someone's or something's anger; to calm |
| rambunctious | very lively; wild; disorderly |
| tremor | a slight shaking movement; trembling |
| woebegone | looking sad or mournful |