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Honors 12 - List 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| bayou | a marshy arm, inlet, or outlet of a lake, river, etc., usually sluggish or stagnant. |
| conviction | a fixed or firm belief |
| espousal | an engagement or betrothal celebration |
| layette | an outfit of clothing, bedding, etc., for a newborn baby |
| ensue | to follow in order; to occur afterward |
| moonlight | to work at an additional job after one's regular, full-time employment |
| rivet | to hold the attention firmly; preoccupy |
| affluent | having an abundance of wealth; rich |
| imperious | a domineering manner; dictatorial; overbearing |
| indulgent | lenient; permissive; tolerant |
| sumptuous | lavish; splendid; luxurious |
| uncannily | astonishingly; remarkably |