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vocab 12
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Absolve | To free from blame, guilt or consequences |
| Caricature | A picture or representation in which natural characteristics are exaggerated or distorted |
| Clangor | A loud, clamorous noise or clang |
| Contiguous | Touching, in contact, side-byside |
| Cupidity | An eager or excessive desire to possess; Greed |
| Deleterious | Harmful and injurious |
| Enhance | To magnify or increase the degree or value of |
| Enthrall | To charm or captivate |
| Extenuate | To diminish or lessen the seriousness of an offense |
| Exude | To emit or send out; To ooze forth |
| Implicit | Implied, rather than openly stated |
| Incisive | Penetrating, sharp or piercing, as in a suggestion |
| Ostentatious | Showy and intended to impress others |
| Paragon | A representation of excellence and perfection |
| Paraphrase | To restate or reword for clarity |
| Politic | Prudent and shrewd in practical ways |
| Preeminent | Superior to or notable, outstanding |
| Prosaic | Commonplace and dull, lacking imagination |
| Redundant | Exceeding more than is necessary; Repetitive |
| Sanctimonious | Making a hypocritical show of religious virtue or righteousness |
| Scintillating | Brilliant and sparkling, in terms of personality |
| Winsome | Charming and attractive in a simple, childlike way |