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vocab 6-10
Term | Definition |
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hyperbole | exaggeration |
euphemism | a polite term used in place of an offensive one |
repugnant | objectionable or offensive |
vociferous | crying out nosily |
aspiration | strong desire, longing, or aim, an ambition |
cognizant | aware of something |
concise | to the point with no extra words or information |
corpulent | fat |
commiserate | to sympathize with someone or something |
demagogue | a corrupt leader who tells what they want to hear,often plays upon people prejudices. |
deflect | tot turn away from a true or correct course |
emissary | a messanger |
egocentric | self centered |
gastronome | a chef or gourmet cook |
hedonism | seeking out please as the sole aim of life |
compunction | feeling or remorse |
convivial | jovial or festive |
discursive | rembling |
dolorus | full of grief |
exculpate | to free from blame |
carnage | slaughter |
chronicle | to write or record an account of events as they happen |
dynamic | energetic, enthused, activity effevtive |
elucidate | to explain |
expedite | to speed up a process, to hasten |