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8th Grade Voc. #11
Chapter 11 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| contempt | Disrespect; a feeling that a person or thing is inferior and undesirable |
| assess | To evaluate; to decide on the quality or value of |
| dogmatic | Opinionated; stating an opinion as if it were a fact |
| adhere | To stick firmly |
| defect | A fault; imperfection; flaw |
| alienate | To cause to become unfriendly; to separate emotionally |
| affluent | Wealthy |
| absurd | Ridiculous; opposed to common sense |
| compile | To gather together in an organized form, such as a list |
| doctrine | The strict teachings of a religious, political, or other group |