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vocab week 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| chastisement (n) | severe criticism; a rebuke or strong reprimand |
| curt (adj) | appearing rude because very few words are used, or because something is done very quickly |
| destitute (adj) | without the basic necessities of life |
| dubious (adj) | not to be relied upon, doubtful |
| ensconced (adj) | in a comfortable, safe, hidden, or secret place |
| innocuous (adj) | not harmful or offensive |
| lurid (adj) | the quality of being shocking and involving violence, or immoral activity |
| precarious (adj) | not securely held or in position |
| pretentious (adj) | attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed |
| rouse (v) | bring out of sleep; awaken |