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Vocab 1-3
IEW History Unit Chapters 1 - 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| pillar | a slender upright column. OR one who strongly supports a cause |
| prosperity | The state of being successful |
| transfixed | motionless with amazement or horror |
| coax | to try to persuade by gentle, consistent asking or other measures |
| askew | not lined up straight |
| presume | to suppose to be true |
| flank | to be placed at the side of |
| reverently | with feelings of deep respect |
| resolve | to make a firm decision OR to bring to a conclusion |
| endeavor | to make a major effort or attempt |
| appalled | surprised and dismayed |
| frivolous | not serious or important, silly |