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8/31 Vocab
8/31 Block 3 ELA Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| circumscribe | restrict; limit |
| censure | to express strong disapproval of |
| catharsis | the release of pent-up emotions |
| caustic | able to burn or corrode organic tissue by chemical action; scathing; biting |
| cavalier | show a lack of proper concern |
| capricious | given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood |
| cacophony | a harsh discordant mixture of sounds |
| callow | inexperienced and immature |
| callous | insensitive and cruel |
| cajole | persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery |
| banal | tediously unoriginal or ordinary |
| belie | fail to give a true idea of; show to be untrue |
| bellicose | aggressive and ready to fight |
| benign | good natured; kindly; favorable; beneficial |
| blithe | cheerfully or thoughtlessly indifferent |
| bolster | support or strengthen |
| bombast | grandiose but empty language |
| brazen | bold and shameless |
| brusque | abrupt or offhand in manner or speech |
| bucolic | relating to rural or pastoral life |