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vovab 1-3 (crusible)
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| contentious | argumentative |
| deposition | the testimony of a witness made under oath but not in open court |
| imperceptible | barely noticeable |
| deferentially | in a manner that bows to another's wishes; very respectful |
| anonymity | the condition of being unknown or unacknowledged |
| prodigious | of great size, power, or extent |
| effrontery | shameless boldness |
| confounded | confused; dismayed |
| incredulously | skeptically |
| blanched | paled whitened |
| predilection | pre-existing liking preference |
| Ingratiating | Having a quality that brings oneself into favor; charming or flattering |
| Dissembling | Disguising one's real nature or motives; pretense |
| Calumny | False accusation; slander |
| Inculcation | teaching by repetition and insistent urging |
| Propitiation | Action designed to soothe or satisfy a person, a cause, etch; conciliation |
| Licentious | Lacking moral restraint; disregarding accepted rules, especially in moral conduct |
| Pallor | Paleness |
| Ameliorate | Make better |
| Avidly | Eagerly; intently |
| Base | Low, contemptible |
| Deference | Courteous regard or respect |
| Theology | Religious philosophy or teachings; the study of religion |
| Quail | Cringe from; Pull back to fear |
| Gingerly | With delicate care; cautiously |
| Abomination | Something that causes great horror and discuss |
| Blasphemy | Sinful act or remark |