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Word Set 7
Law and Order
| Term | Definition | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| decorum (noun); decorous (adj.) | order, politeness | Although Kelly was upset she did not win the contest, she maintained decorum and congratulated the winner. |
| equitable (adj.) | even-handed, fair, impartial | Even though not every reached an equitable conclusion, my grandparents' marriage lasted for almost 63 years. |
| illicit (adj.) | illegal | To challenge her parents, the rebellious teenager participates in every illicit activity she can find. |
| incriminate (verb) | accuse someone of a crime | The man refused to talk because he did not want to incriminate himself in court. |
| indict (verb); indictment (noun) | formally accuse of a crime | Officials believe that they had enough evidence to indict the woman for assault , but she was acquitted during the trial. |
| indignant (adj.) | angered (by injustice) | Because the teacher accused him of cheating, the boy became indignant and walked out of the classroom. |
| indulgent (adj.) | lenient, fond, doting, overly generous | My indulgent parents give me everything I want. |
| judicious (adj.) | fair, sensible | Without judicious planning, we will not be able to complete the project on time. |
| ratify (verb) | approve, confirm | Until all of the countries ratify the treaty, the war will continue. |
| sanction (verb) | formally approve | Because of the school's behavioral problems, the principal is unlikely to sanction a school dance this year. |
| vindicate (verb); vindication (noun) | clear of blame of suspicion | while your apology doesn't vindicate your action, it may help to provide some comfort for the people who were harmed by it. |
| corroborate (verb) | strengthen or support with additional evidence | The chocolate on James' face was enough to corroborate the theory he was the one who stole brownies. |