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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| arduous | requiring much effort; very difficult |
| canny | shrewd and careful; watchful of ones own interests |
| climax | the highest point; the greatest moment or event |
| endorse | to sign the back of a check before cashing or depositing it |
| endorse | to approve of; to support |
| endorse | to be favorably associated with a product in return for payment. |
| exuberant | happy and excited; bubbling over with enthusiasm |
| exuberance | the quality of being exuberant |
| intrepid | feeling or showing no fear; brave; courageous |
| kindle | to start burning |
| kindle | to cause to become excited or stirred up. |
| kindling | sticks used to start a fire |
| lucrative | producing wealth or profit |
| mentor | a wise and loyal friend or advisor |
| obsession | an interest, idea, or feeling that fills ones mind and leaves little room for anything else. |
| peronable | pleasing in manner and appearance |
| proficient | able to do something very well; skillful |
| proficiency | the quality of being proficient |
| scanty | not enough or just barely enough; small in size or amount |
| strait | a narrow body of water connecting two larger ones |
| straits | trouble or need |
| zest | great enjoyment; excitement |
| zestful | full of zest |