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4th.CRoux
Sadlier Vocabulary Review_Units 14 and 15
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| annex(v) | To add an addition to an building |
| cleave(v) | To cut or split open; to cling to |
| reconcile(v) | To restore to friendship; to settle, or to resign (oneself) |
| shackle(n)(v) | To put into chains |
| pedigree(n) | A list of ancestors, family tree; the history or origins of something |
| incite(v) | To rouse, stir up, urge on |
| embroil(v) | To involve in a conflict or difficulty; to throw into confusion |
| precipitous(adj) | Very steep |
| devitalize(v) | To make weak or lifeless |
| debacle(n) | an overwhelming defeat, rout; a complete collapse or failure |
| improvise(v) | to compose or perform without preparation; to construct from available materials |
| pallor(n) | an extreme or unnatural paleness |
| exonerate(v) | to clear from a charge or accusation |
| cornerstone(n) | the starting point of a building; a fundamental principle or element |
| cornerstone | the starting point of a building; a fundamental principle or element |
| profuse(adj) | very abundant; given or flowing freely |
| threadbare(adj) | shabby, old and worn |
| glib(adj) | ready and fluent in speech; thoughtless, insincere |
| cordial(adj) | in a friendly manner, hearty; cheery |
| haphazard(adj) | by chance, not planned; lacking order |
| influx(n) | a coming in, inflow |
| harangue(v) | to deliver a loud, ranting speech |
| avert(v) | to turn aside, turn away; to prevent, avoid |
| boorish(adj) | rude, unrefined; clumsy |
| brunt(n) | the main impact, force, or burden |
| probe(v) | to examine, investigate thoroughly |
| protract(v) | to draw out or lengthen in space or time |
| dormant(adj) | inactive, in a state of suspension; sleeping |
| combatant(adj) | engaged in fighting |
| subterfuge(n) | an excuse or trick for escaping or hiding something |
| liberality(n) | generosity, generous act; breadth of mind or outlook |
| abase(v) | to lower in esteem, degrade; to humble |
| actuate(v) | to move to action; to impel |
| combatant(n) | a fighter |
| harangue(n) | a loud speech |
| legion(adj) | a large military force; any large group or number |
| quarry(n) | a place from which stone is taken; something that is hunted or pursued |
| impenitent(adj) | not feeling remorse or sorrow for errors or offenses |
| probe(n) | an investigation; a device used to explore or examine |
| knave (n) | a tricky, unprincipled, or deceitful fellow |
| harry (v) | to make a destructive raid on; to torment, harass |
| spurn (v) | to refuse with scorn, disdain |
| dubious (adj) | causing uncertainty or suspicion; in a doubtful or uncertain state of mind, hesitant |
| plaintiff (n) | one who begins a lawsuit |
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