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khoopsTTTC vocab
midterm vocab TTTC
Term | Definition |
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elusive | difficult to express, achieve, or find |
dictated | commanded |
intransitive | not taking a direct object |
insecticide | a substance used for killing insects |
insignia | a badge identifying military rank |
volition | the power of using one's will |
lingo | vocabulary used by a particular group of people |
mortification | extreme embarrassment or shame |
negligence | failure to take proper care in doing a task |
impose | to force something to be accepted by another |
discredit | harm the good reputation of someone or something |
conviction | firmly held belief |
maneuver | move skillfully or carefully |
isolated | far away from other places or people |
acquiescence | reluctant acceptance without protest |
gentry | people of high social class |
rupture | an instance of breaking or bursting suddenly |
pretense | a false display of feelings or intentions |
monotonous | lacking in variety; dull |
impassive | not showing emotion |