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UNIT 2 VOCAB
SETS A+B
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| avowed | declared openly and without shame, acknowledged |
| banter | talk that is playful and teasing |
| bountiful | generous, given abundantly |
| congested | overcrowded , occupied to excess |
| detriment | harm or loss, injury, a cause of harm |
| durable | sturdy, not easily destroyed |
| enterprising | willing and able to start something new |
| frugal | avoiding waste and luxury, scanty, poor |
| gingerly | with extreme care or caution |
| glut | to provide more than is needed or wanted, oversupply |
| incognito | a person in disguise |
| invalidate | to make valueless, take away all force or effect |
| legendary | described well known in story's |
| maim | to injure, disable |
| minimize | to make it as small as possible |
| oblique | not straightforward or direct |
| veer | to change direction suddenly |
| venerate | to look up to with great respect |
| wanton | heartless, reckless, a spoiled person |
| antics | ridiculous behavior |