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ELA Vocab #5
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Term | Definition |
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solicitous | adjective- Concerned, caring, attentive or interested. |
grotesque | adjective- Repulsively ugly or disturbing. |
channel | noun- A deep area of water that is clearly marked to help boats avoid shallow areas; often connecting two larger bodies of water |
elude | verb- Skillful escape, evade. |
invariably | adverb- Always, in every case; without fail |
placid | adjective- Still, calm or not easily disturbed; peaceful |
imperative | adjective- Of vital importance |
baying | verb- Barking or howling loudly |
braggart | noun- A person that boasts about achievements or possessions. |
repast | noun- A meal, feast or banquet |
opiate | noun- A drug used to relieve pain and induce calm. |
ennui | French noun- Boredom, tedium, listlessness |
futile | adjective- Useless, pointless |
intricate | adjective- Very complicated, elaborate, or detailed |
precariously | adverb- With uncertainty, instability |