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Middle School List 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Formidable | extremely impressive in strength, skill, or excellence; inspiring fear or respect through being powerful or capable. |
| Obstinate | stubborn; refusing to change one’s opinion or action despite reason or persuasion. |
| Sheer | very thin, transparent, or delicate; sometimes meaning complete or absolute (as in “sheer luck”). |
| Muse | to think or reflect deeply on a subject, often in a dreamy or thoughtful way. |
| Subordinate | a person who is under the authority or control of another; lower in rank or position |
| Dainty | delicate, small, and pretty; also used to describe something delicious or carefully prepared. |
| Haughty | arrogantly proud; showing an attitude of superiority and disdain for others. |
| Implore | to beg or plead with great emotion or urgency. |
| Revelation | something that becomes known or clear, often suddenly or surprisingly; the act of revealing something hidden. |
| Insolent | boldly disrespectful or rude in speech or behavior. |
| Exult | to show or feel great joy, especially after a success or victory |
| Incessant | continuing without pause or interruption; never-ending. |
| Concession | the act of giving in, yielding, or admitting something during a disagreement. |
| Anecdote | a short, entertaining, or interesting story about a real incident or person |
| Emphatic | expressed with force, emphasis, or clear importance; strongly stated. |