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Vocab Sept. 1
Mrs. Bleiker's Vocab (Melody's Version)
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Abate | to reduce in amount |
| Abjure | to say formally or publicly that you no longer agree with a belief or way of behaving |
| Blandishment | a flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently to do something. |
| Boor | an unrefined, ill-mannered person. |
| Cardinal | of the greatest importance |
| Deliberate | carefully weighed or considered |
| Equivocation | the use of ambiguous language to conceal the truth |
| Feckless | lacking initiative or strength of character |
| Imperturbable | unable to be upset or excited |
| Meretricious | apparently attractive but having in reality no value or integrity. |