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khoopsTTTC vocab
midterm vocab TTTC
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |