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English I Week 2
Essential Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| emphasize | to give special importance to something |
| consult | to seek information or advice from someone |
| dawdle | to waste time or move slowly |
| conclusive | putting an end to debate or question |
| exonerate | to clear from blame or accusation |
| consecutive | following one after another without interruption |
| estimate | to roughly calculate or judge the value of |
| correspond | to communicate by exchanging letters |
| evaluate | to form an idea of the amount or value of |
| eligible | qualified or entitled to do something |
| deceitful | deliberately misleading or dishonest |
| devious | skilled at lying and deceiving |
| demeanor | outward behavior or bearing |
| connotation | an idea or feeling associated with a word |
| contrast | to compare to show differences |
| devastate | to destroy or ruin |
| derogatory | showing a critical or disrespectful attitude |
| copious | abundant in supply or quantity |
| concur | to agree to have the same opinion |
| condemn | to express complete disapproval of |
| confront | to face or deal witha difficult situation |
| devour | to eat quickly and eagerly |
| diversity | the state of being varied or different |
| component | a part or element of a larger whole |