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WMC 2
7th Grade List 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Apex | The highest point; the tip |
| Filibuster | To delay a vote by giving long speeches |
| Esoteric | Understood by only a small, specialized group |
| Rabble | A noisy, disorderly crowd |
| Upbraid | To scold or criticize sharply |
| Cynical | Distrustful of others’ motives; believing people act selfishly |
| Antic | Playful, silly, or clownish behavior |
| Stem | To stop, restrain, or slow down |
| Obstreperous | Noisy, unruly, and difficult to control |
| Altercation | A noisy argument or dispute |
| Condone | To approve of or allow |
| Dexterous | Skillful, especially with the hands |
| Repose | Rest; calmness |
| Culminate | To reach the highest point or final result |
| Interminable | Seeming endless; very long |
| Hauteur | Arrogance or snobbish pride |
| Check | To stop, restrain, or control |
| Wry | Dryly humorous; slightly sarcastic |
| Grievance | A complaint about something unfair |
| Assuage | to make less severe; soothe |
| Impeccable | Flawless; without mistakes |
| Outcry | A strong public protest or expression of anger |
| Aggrandize | To increase in power, importance, or size |
| Deferential | Showing respect; yielding to the opinion or wishes of others |
| Plight | A difficult or unfortunate situation |