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Eng 12 Unit 2
Unit 2 - Vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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Reprove | scold |
Chivalry | knightly social code |
Reckoning | calculating |
Decree | formal order |
Vice | character flaw or weakness; bad habit |
Absolution | remission of sin |
Statues | written laws |
Temporal | relating to worldly affairs rather than spiritual affairs; secular |
Prowess | skills or expertise |
Folly | foolish acts |
Staunch | loyal; steadfast |
Perdition | damnation |
Peril | danger |
Cavalcade | formal procession |
Buffoon | joker; comedian |
Repent | express regret; ask for forgiveness |
Extort | obtain by threat |
Bequeath | leave |
Tarry | tardy; late |
Pique | feeling of resentment |
. Efficacious | effective in producing a desired result |
Doughty | brave and persistent |