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LD ELA Gr10 #1 (Def)
LD ELA 10th Grade - Unit #1 (Definitions)
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Adulterate | to corrupt, make worse by the addition of something of lesser value |
| Ambidextrous | able to use both hands equally well; very skillful; deceitful, hypocritical |
| Augment | to make larger, increase |
| Bereft | deprived of; made unhappy through a loss |
| Deploy | to position or arrange; to utilize; to form up |
| Dour | stern, unyielding, gloomy, ill-humored |
| Fortitude | courage in facing difficulties |
| Gape | to stare with open mouth; to open the mouth wide; to open wide |
| Gibe | to utter taunting words; an expression of scorn |
| Guise | an external appearance, cover, mask |
| Insidious | intended to deceive or entrap; sly; treacherous |
| Intimation | a hint; indirect suggestion |
| Opulent | wealthy, luxurious; ample; grandiose |
| Pliable | easily bent; flexible, easily influenced |
| Reiterate | to say again, repeat |
| Stolid | not easily moved mentally or emotionally; dull, unresponsive |
| Tentative | experimental in nature; uncertain, hesitant |
| Unkempt | not combed; untidy; not properly maintained; unpolished, rude |
| Verbatim | word for word; exactly as written or spoken |
| Warily | cautiously, with great care |