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1 Vocab 8th
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| abstinence syn: self-dental ant: indulgence | the practice of abstaining; doing without |
| ambulatory | able to walk; up and around |
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive criticism |
| didactic | intended to instruct, guide, or teach |
| diffident syn: reserved ant: confident, aggressive | timid, shy; lacking in confidence |
| garrulous syn: verbose, loquacious ant: reticent, taciturn | very talkative |
| mandatory syn: compulsory ant: voluntary, optional | required; obligatory |
| morbid syn: morose, glum ant: cheerful | preoccupied with gruesome or gloomy matters; gristly |
| munificent syn: liberal ant: stingy, penurious, parsimonious | very generous in giving; lavish |
| scoff syn: ridicule, deride ant: praise | to show derision or mocking contempt |