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4th 9 weeks (2 set)
Test 3/29/19
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Aloof (adj.) | removed or distant either physically or emotionally |
| Approbation (n.) | Commendation, praise |
| Belie (v.) | to show something to be false or wrong |
| Bilk (v.) | to cheat out something valuable |
| Cajole (v.) | to deceive with soothing words or false promises; to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance |
| Clemency (n.) | an act or intense of mercy |
| Dissipate (v.) | to spend, use, or waste foolishly and then leave |
| Gauche (adj.) | lacking social experience or grace |
| Imperative (adj.) | not to be avoided or evaded; necessary |
| Jollity (n.) | the quality or state of being happy |
| Maraud (v.) | to roam about and raid in search of plunder |
| Niche (n.) | a place, employment, status, or activity for which a person or thing is best fitted |
| Rarefied (adj.) | of, relating to, or interesting to a select group; being less dense |
| Wile (n.) | a trick |
| Gilt | covered int gold |