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Honors Unit 9
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| antagonist | someone who opposes another; an adversary |
| detriment | a disadvantage; a loss |
| drone | to speak in a monotonous tone |
| drone | 1. a person who does menial, tedious work 2. a continuous, dull sound |
| drudgery | tedious, wearisome work |
| horizontal | parallel to the horizon; level |
| hypocrite | a person who does not practice the beliefs or opinions that he or she professes |
| insubordinate | defiant to authority; disobedient; rebellious |
| mentor | a wise, trusted counselor or advisor |
| oration | an elaborate, formal speech |
| retract | to draw back or in |
| retract | to disavow a belief or statement |
| sanctuary | a place of refuge or safety |
| sanctuary | a sacred place |
| scamper | to run lightly and hurriedly |
| solace | comfort amid sorrow or trouble |
| solace | to comfort; to console |
| somber | dismal; bleak |
| zenith | the highest point; the peak |