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vocab unit 1 2022-23
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Adulterate | To corrupt, make worse by the addition of something of lesser value |
| Ambidextrous | Able to use both hands equally well; very skillful; deceitful; hypocritical |
| Augment | To make larger, increase |
| Bereft | Deprived of, made unhappy through a loss |
| Deploy | To position or arrange; to utilize; to form up |
| Dour | Stern, unyielding, gloomy, ill-humored |
| Fortitude | Courage in facing difficulties |
| Gape | To stare with open mouth; to open the mouth wide; to open wide |
| Gibe | To utter taunting words; an expression of scorn |
| Guise | An external appearance, cover, mask |
| Insidious | Intended to deceive or entrap; sly; treacherous |
| Intimation | A hint, indirect suggestion |
| Opulent | Wealthy, luxurious; ample; grandiose |
| Pliable | Easily bent, flexible; easily influenced |
| Reiterate | To say again, repeat |
| Stolid | Not easily moved mentally or emotionally; dull |
| Tentative | Experimental in nature; uncertain; hesitant |
| Unkempt | Not combed, untidy, not properly maintained, unpolished, rude |
| Verbatim | Word for word |
| Warily | cautiously; with great care |
| Adroit | Skillful, expert in the use of the hands or mind |
| Amicable | Peaceable; friendly |
| Averse | Having a deep-seated distaste; opposed, unwilling |