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ENGLISH VOCAB 9
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Vituperative | (ADJ) Harshly abusive speech. |
| VAcillate | (V) To swing between decisions, can't make up mind. |
| Unremitting | (ADJ) Never stopping, constant. |
| Tyro | (N) A beginner, novice. |
| Shibboleth | (N) A bit of common wisdom, a regionalism. |
| Refulgent | (ADJ) Shining, magnificent, gleaming (light). |
| Redolent | (ADJ) Smelling strongly of something. |
| Peregrination | (N) A walking tour, usually in a different country. |
| Pedantry | (N) Obnoxious display of knowledge. |
| Paroxysm | (N) A convulsive outburst. |
| Paltry | (ADJ) Pathetically small. |
| Mandate | (N) Order or command. |
| Mandate | (V) To order or to command. |
| Increment | (N) Increase by any amount. |
| Imperturbable | (ADJ) Emotionally stable. |
| Dilettante | (N) Person who isn't serious, hobbyist. |
| Collusion | (N) A secret agreement, cooperation. |
| Chary | (ADJ) Cautious, weary, careful. |
| Calumniate | (V) To slander (allege). |
| Bucolic | (ADJ) Country side, specifically farm life. |
| Acclamation | (N) Loud shout of welcome, overwhelming vote of approval. |