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vocab 1-17-17
Term | Definition |
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Extra | Performers who play a minor role in a play, movie, or tv show |
Masquerade | a false representation, a disguise |
Pseudonym | aka PEN NAME: a name used by an author that is not his or her real name |
Fate | outcome of one’s actions. The ultimate end. |
Compelling | evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way |
Preconceived | (of an idea or opinion) formed before having the evidence for its truth or usefulness. Thought of in advance. |
Reception | the action or process of receiving something sent, given, or inflicted such as applause |
Ruse | a trick, deception, or ploy. |
Comrades | a fellow soldiers or members of the armed services. |
Defy | openly resist or refuse to obey. |
Indentured servants | A person under contract to work for another person for a definite period of time, usually without pay but in exchange for free passage to a new country. |
Enlist | enroll or be enrolled in the armed services. |
Discharge | tell (someone) officially that they can or must leave (aka their time of service has ended) |
Pension | a regular payment made during a person's retirement from a fund that person or their employer has contributed during their working life. |
Commissioned | to be given a job title or task. |