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English 9
Semester 1 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| abstract | using unrealistic shapes and colors to express ideas |
| futile | having no chance of being successful |
| lure | a quality that attracts by promising a reward |
| malicious | having a desire to cause harm |
| vigor | active force, enthusiasm, or intensity |
| chagrin | a feeling of disappointment or humiliation |
| hierarchy | ranking by status, power, or importance |
| impertinence | rudeness; illustrating a lack of respect |
| rapture | great happiness; overwhelming emotion |
| dictation | the writing out of spoken words |
| commit | to do or enact something |
| feature | a notable part of something |
| survey | to look over carefully |
| cease | to stop doing something |
| plot | a secret plan or scheme |