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Wordly Wise 3000 Book 9 Unit 13
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Blandishment | That which is intended to coax or persuade, such as flattery; an alluerement. |
| Deprecate | 1. To criticize or express disapproval of. 2. To represent as of little value. |
| Discomfit | To make uneasy by confusing or embarrassing a person. |
| Meteoric | Coming into existence swiftly, suddenly, brightly, like a meteor. |
| Overbearing | Acting in an arrogant, domineering way. |
| Precocious | Showing exceptionally early development of abilities. |
| Proffer | To offer for acceptance or consideration. An offer. |
| Remonstrate | To say in protest; to raise an objection. |
| Rift | 1. A split or crack. 2. A break in friendly relations. |
| Solictious | Showing interest and care; concerned. |
| Succint | Expressed clearly and in few words; concise. |
| Sylvan | Having to do with trees or wooded areas. |
| Trepidation | Apprehension; dread. |
| Untoward | Not favorable; unlucky. |
| Virtuoso | A person with great skill in some art, especially music. Done with great skill and dash. |