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Week 6 Day 5 Vocab

Week 6 Day 5 Vocabulary Words

TermDefinition
Blight 1. Any disease that damages plants 2. Something that harms or destroys
Cite 1. To mention or quote as an example or authority 2. To mention for praise 3. To summon before a court of law
Clemency Mercy shown in punishing or judging someone
Eccentric Departing from accepted or normal behavior; odd
Farce 1. A humorous stage play marked by improbable situations and exaggerated behavior 2. An absurd or ridiculous event or situation; a mockery
Foray A sudden raid or advance into enemy territory
Glean To gather bit by bit
Nominal 1. In name only, not in fact 2. Very small
Ostracize To exclude from a group; to banish
Posthumous Occurring after a person has died
Quash 1. To put down by force 2. To put a stop to legally
Recipient One who receives
Ribald Funny in a crude way
Suffrage The right to vote
Verve Enthusiasm; vivacity
Adhere 1. To stick to; stay attached 2. To follow closely or faithfully
Aplomb Complete self-confidence and poise
Brandish To shake or wave in a threatening way
Broach To bring up for discussion; to begin to talk about
Devotee An ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast
Diffident Unsure of oneself; shy
Extravaganza An elaborate and spectacular display or event
Integrity 1. Honesty; trustworthiness 2. The condition of being whole or complete
Plaintive Expressing sorrow; mournful
Plaudit (usually plural) A demonstration of strong approval or praise
Regalia The symbols, objects, or special costumes worn by or associated with a group
Resplendent Dazzling in appearance
Subordinate less important; secondary
Surmount To defeat or overcome
Tenable Capable of being defended or believed
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