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ENGLISH VOCAB 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Undulate | (V.) To move in a wave-like motion. |
| Talisman | (N.) An object that may have magical properties. |
| Suppliant | (N.) Asks for something earnestly and humbly. |
| Summarily | (ADV.) Without formality or delay, abruptly. |
| Sacrilege | (N.) Inappropriate or disrespectful treatment of something that is believed to be sacred. |
| Propriety | (N.) State of being proper; manners, rules. |
| Pejorative | (ADJ.) Insulting or critical, not helpful. |
| Overt | (ADJ.) Not hidden, obvious. |
| Myopic | (ADJ.) Nearsighted/not seeing the big picture. |
| Maelstrom | (N.) Any swirling vortex of destruction. |
| Incendiary | (V.) Causing or starting fires/Starting trouble. |
| Histrionic | (ADJ.) Overly dramatic, borderline hysterical. |
| Halcyon | (ADJ.) Golden age nostalgia. |
| Gambit | (N.) A plan where you make an early sacrifice and you hope it helps later on. |
| Devious | (ADJ.) Sneaky, but clever. |
| Celerity | (N.) Great speed, quickness. |
| Brackish | (ADJ.) When fresh water gets contaminated with salt water. |
| Avid | (ADJ.) enthusiastic, passionate. |
| Animadversion | (N.) A comment indicating strong disapproval or criticism. |
| Accost | (V.) To approach and talk to someone in an aggressive manner. |