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1984 Vocab List 3
Part II Chapters 1-4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| rectification | the act of correcting or adjusting something |
| fatuous | showing a lack of intelligence or thought; foolish |
| pediment | decorative gable or band around the top of a building |
| extricate | to free or disengage |
| etiolate | become weak or lose vigor |
| incredulity | unable or unwilling to believe |
| obeisance | a movement of the body, such as a bow or curtsy, expressing respect |
| virtuosity | great skill or ability |
| cunning | guile; craftiness |
| enunciating | stating clearly |
| mortgage | to pledge, place under advance obligation |
| prosaically | in a matter-of-fact or straightforward manner |
| lunacy | extreme foolishness |
| driveling | silly; childish |
| bolster | long, cylindrical pillow |