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English 10A: Unit 1
Vocabulary for Ms. Andersen
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Adulterate (v.) | To corrupt; To make worse; By the addition of something of lesser value |
| Ambidextrous (adj.) | Able to use both hands equally |
| Augment (v.) | To make bigger or increase |
| Bereft (adj.) | Deprived of; Made unhappy through a loss |
| Deploy (adj.) | To position or arrange; To utilize; Form up |
| Dour (adj.) | Stern; Unyielding; Gloomy; Ill-humored |
| Fortitude (n.) | Courage in facing difficulties |
| Gape (v.) | To stare with mouth open |
| Gibe (v.) | To utter taunting words (bullying) |
| Guise (n.) | An external appearance; A cover or mask |
| Insidious (adj.) | Intended to deceive or entrap |
| Intimation (n.) | A hint or indirect suggestion |
| Opulent (adj.) | Wealthy or Luxurious (show-off) |
| Pliable (adj.) | Easily bent; Flexible; Easily influenced |
| Reiterate (v.) | To say again; Repeat |
| Stolid (adj.) | Not easily moved mentally or emotionally |
| Tentative (adj.) | Not certain or fixed |
| Unkempt (adj.) | Not combed; Untidy; Not properly maintained |
| Verbatim (adj.) | Word for word or exactly as written |
| Warily (adj.) | Cautiously or with great care |