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Vocabulary List 4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| aberration | deviation from what is normal, right, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome |
| acrid | sharp, unpleasant, or pungent smell |
| ambiguous | having more than one possible interpretation or meaning, difficult to understand |
| breach | a violation of official duty, lawful right, or legal obligation |
| despondent | disheartened or in low spirits |
| excerpt | an extract or short piece taken from a larger writing, piece of music, film, etc. |
| indignant | feeling or showing anger or annoyance towards someone or something believed to be unfair or mean |
| morality | virtue; the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad |
| patronize | to act in a way that is outwardly kind but shows arrogance or condescension |
| rectify | to correct something or make it right |
| satiate | to fully satisfy hunger or desire |
| terse | concise and to the point, but to the extent of portraying rudeness or negativity |
| transcend | to surpass or go beyond the limits |
| vigilant | being alert to danger or difficulty |
| whimsical | given to fanciful or playful ideas |
| EX | OUT |
| RECT | STRAIGHT |
| TRANS | ACROSS |