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Wk 2 Vocab - Eng. 11
English 11 Week 2 Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| boycott | to take part in an organized group refusal to use a product or services as a means of protest |
| galvanize | to stir to action or awareness |
| jovial | full of fun and good cheer; sociable |
| macadam | a paving material made of layers of small stones that are packed together with asphalt or tar |
| maverick | a person who refuses to go along with the policies or views of his or her group |
| mentor | a person depended upon for wise advice and guidance; a trusted counselor |
| nemesis | an unbeatable rival |
| odyssey | a long adventurous, wandering journey |
| quixotic | full of impractical ideas; idealistic |
| tantalize | to tease or torment by presenting something desirable while it is out of reach |