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Vocab Unit 12
Term | Definition |
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abound | (v.) to be plentiful, be filled |
clarification | (n.) the act of making clear or understandable, an explanation. |
leisurely | (adj.) unhurried, taking plenty of time |
leisurely | (adv.) in an easygoing or unhurried way |
malady | (n.) a sickness, illness, disease, disorder |
nomadic | (adj.) wandering, moving about from place to place |
piecemeal | (adj.) one piece at a time (adv.) gradually |
quest | (n.) a search, hunt |
quest | (v.) to search, seek, ask |
random | (adj.) by chance, not planned or prearranged; irregular |
reinforce | (v.) to make stronger with new materials or support |
status | (n.) a person's condition or position in the eyes of the law; relative rank or standing, especially in society; prestige |
braggart | (n.) a boaster |
braggart | (adj.) boastful in a loud, annoying way |
cache | (n.) a hiding place; something hidden or stored |
despondent | (adj.) sad, without hope, discouraged |
embezzle | (v.) to steal property entrusted to one's care |
heartrending | (adj.) causing mental pain or grief |
lethargic | (adj.) unnaturally sleepy; dull, slow moving; indifferent |
mellow | (adj.) ripe, well-matured; soft, sweet, and rich; gentle, pleasant |
mellow | (v.) to become gentile and sweet |
rant | (v.) to speak wildly and noisily |
rant | (n.) loud, violent talk |
seclusion | (n.) isolation from others, solitude |
turmoil | (n.) a state of great confusion or disorder; mental strain agitation |