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Unit 12 Level A
Unit 12 Sadlier-Oxford Level A
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| ambiguous | having two or more possible meanings |
| abduct | to kidnap; carry off by force |
| balk | resist; to stop short and refuse to go on |
| compact | closely and firmly packed together; small |
| confer | deliberate; to consult or talk over |
| earmark | an identifying mark or feature |
| frigid | extremely cold |
| implement | (n.) an instrument, tool; (v.) to put into effect |
| incalculable | (adj.) too great to be counted; unpredictable, uncertain |
| indisputable | (adj.) beyond question or argument; definitely true |
| intensive | (adj.) thorough, deep; showing great effort; concentrated |
| maneuver | (n.) a planned movement; a skillful plan; a scheme; (v.) to perform or carry out such a planned movement |
| sabotage | (n) an action taken to destroy something or to prevent it from working properly |
| scant | (adj.) not enough; barely enough; marked by a small or insufficient amount |
| strapping | (adj.) tall, strong and healthy |
| strident | (adj.) harsh, shrill; unpleasant sounding |
| thrive | (v.) to grow vigorously; to grow in wealth and possessions, prosper |
| titanic | (adj.) of enormous size, strength, power, or scope |
| valiant | (adj.) possessing or acting with bravery or boldness |
| stealthy | (adj.) done in a way so as not to be seen or observed; sneaky; underhanded |