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Sadlier E: Unit 5
Vocabulary Pracitce
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| altruistic | concerned with welfare of others |
| assent | to express agreement |
| benefactor | one who does good to others |
| chivalrous | marked by honor, courtesy, and courage |
| clemency | mercy, humaneness |
| dearth | a lack, scarcity, inadequate supply |
| diffident | shy, lacking self-confidence |
| discrepancy | difference |
| embark | to go aboard; to make a start |
| facile | easily done attained |
| indomitable | unconquerable |
| infallible | free from error |
| plod | to walk heavily or slowly |
| pungent | causing a sharp sensation; stinging |
| remiss | neglectful in performance of one's duty |
| repose | to ret; lie; place, peace of mind, calmness |
| temerity | rashness, boldness |
| truculent | fierce and cruel; aggressive |
| unfeigned | sincere, real |
| virulent | extremely poisonous |