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Sadlier E: Unit 1
Vocabulary Pracitce
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| adulterate | to corrupt, make worse |
| ambidextrous | able to use both hands equally well |
| augment | to make larger, increase |
| bereft | derived of |
| deploy | to position; to form up |
| dour | stern, unyielding, ill-humored |
| fortitude | courage in facing difficulties |
| gape | to stare with open mouth |
| gibe | to utter taunting words; an expression of scorn |
| guise | external apearence, cover, mask |
| insidious | intended to deceive or entrap |
| intimation | a hint |
| opulent | wealthy, luxurious |
| pliable | easily bent |
| reiterate | to say again, repeat |
| stolid | not easily moved mentally or emotionally |
| tentative | uncertain, hesitant |
| unkempt | untidy; not properly maintained |
| verbatim | word for word |
| warily | cautiously |