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Vocab. Unit 5
ELA Unit 5 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| desiccate (verb) | to dry out |
| diverse (adj.) | different |
| loquacious (adj.) | talking a lot or too much |
| maudlin (adj.) | wallowing in self pity |
| farcical (adj.) | absurd or ludicrous |
| vibrant (adj.) | lively |
| virulent (adj.) | extremely poisonous; full of hate |
| contemptuous (adj.) | expressing disdain; showing lack of respect |
| enigma (noun) | mystery |
| labyrinth (noun) | a maze |
| lucid (adj.) | clear; easy to understand |
| repudiate (verb) | to reject, disown or renounce |
| superficial (adj.) | relating to the surface; shallow |
| primordial (adj.) | formed long ago; primitive |
| mellifluous (adj.) | sweetly flowing |
| provincial (adj.) | limited in outlook; narrow |
| contrite (adj.) | admitting or feeling guilty |
| incessant (adj.) | continuing without interruption; unceasing |
| imperceptible (adj.) | difficult to perceive by the senses; barely noticeable |
| prevaricate (verb) | to lie |