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Unit 1 Vocab - 10th
10th Lit - Spring 2023
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| adulterate (v.) | to corrupt, make worse by addition of something |
| ambidextrous (adj.) | able to use both hands equally well; very skillful; deceitful, hypocritical |
| amicable (adj.) | peaceable, friendly |
| augment (v.) | to make larger, increase |
| bereft (adj.) | deprived of, made unhappy through loss |
| fortitude (n.) | courage in facing difficulties |
| gape (v.) | to stare with open mouth |
| guise (n.) | an external appearance, cover, mask |
| insidious (adj.) | intended to deceive or entrap; sly, treacherous |
| jeopardy (n.) | danger |
| opulent (adj.) | wealthy, luxurious; ample; grandiose |
| pliable (adj.) | easily bent, flexible, easily influenced |
| stolid (adj.) | not easily moved mentally or emotionally; dull, unresponsive |
| unkempt (adj.) | not combed; untidy; not properly maintained; unpolished, rude |
| warily (adv.) | cautiously, with great care |