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Study Stack Unit 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| siege | a military operation in which enemy forces surround a town or building, cutting off essential supplies, with the aim of compelling the surrender of those inside(Noun) |
| rebel | a person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or ruler.(Noun) |
| unanimous | (of two or more people) fully in agreement.(Adjective) |
| muster | assemble (troops), especially for inspection or in preparation for battle.(Verb) |
| scrupulous | (of a person or process) diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details.(Adjective) |
| chivalrous | (of a man or his behavior) courteous and gallant, especially toward women.(Adjective) |
| malleable | (of a metal or other material) able to be hammered or pressed permanently out of shape without breaking or cracking.(Adjective) |
| precipice | a very steep rock face or cliff, typically a tall one.(Noun) |
| askew | not in a straight or level position.(Adverb & Adjective) |
| resolute | admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.(Adjective) |
| secede | withdraw formally from membership in a federal union, an alliance, or a political or religious organization.(Verb) |
| atrocities | an extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury.(Noun) |
| mediocre | of only moderate quality; not very good.(Adjective) |
| skirmish | an episode of irregular or unpremeditated fighting, especially between small or outlying parts of armies or fleets.(Noun) |
| consecrate | make or declare (something, typically a church) sacred; dedicate formally to a religious or divine purpose.(Verb) |
| orator | a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled.(Noun) |
| sympathy | feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune.(Noun) |
| bening | gentle; kindly.(Adjective) |
| intolerant | not tolerant of views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from one's own.(Adjective) |
| haughty | arrogantly superior and disdainful.(Adjective) |
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