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Vocabulary Lesson 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| factious | causing disagreement |
| ignoble | dishonorable; shameful |
| boor | a rude or impolite person |
| aegis | a shield; protection |
| perspicacity | keenness of judgement |
| fervent | eager; earnest |
| rectify | to correct; to make right |
| enervate | to weaken |
| besiege | to overwhelm; to surround or attack |
| ephemeral | lasting only a brief time; short lived |
| altruism | a concern for others; generosity |
| carrion | decaying flesh |
| erotic | pertaining to sexual love |
| amorphous | shapeless, formless, vague |
| opulent | rich, luxurious; wealthy |