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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| antics (noun) | pranks, ridiculous behavior |
| avowed (verb) | sworn, declare openly |
| banter (noun/verb) | tease, make playful remarks |
| bountiful (adjective) | a lot, plentiful |
| congested (adjective) | filled to excess, overcrowded |
| detriment (noun) | a harm or hindrance |
| durable (adjective) | long lasting, sturdy |
| enterprising (adjective) | energetic, willing to start something new |
| frugal (adjective) | economical, avoiding waste |
| gingerly (adverb) | carefully, cautiously |
| glut (noun/verb) | to provide more than needed/oversupply |
| incognito (adjective/noun) | under an assumed name or disguise |
| invalidate (verb) | to cancel |
| legendary (adjective) | existing in old stories that are well-known |
| maim (verb) | to cripple or disable |
| minimize (verb) | make smaller |
| oblique (adjective) | not direct or straightforward |
| veer (verb) | suddenly change direction |
| venerate (verb) | to highly respect, look up to |
| wanton (adjective) | immorally wreckless |