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Word Within A Word
Word Within A Word Deca-List #7
| Word | Definition | Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Diaphanous | Semitransparent | Look through the diaphanous draperies. |
| Egocentric | Self-centered | The egocentric snob didn't notice who he hurt. |
| Pugnacious | Combative | The pugnacious bully got his comeuppance. |
| Diatribe | Abusive Criticism | The German leader delivered a diatribe against France. |
| Enumerate | To list | Please enumerate your reasons. |
| Urbane | Sophisticated | The diplomat's urbane manners set the tone. |
| Exculpate | To free from blame | He wished to be completely exculpated. |
| Pedagogue | Teacher | A humorless pedant is a poor pedagogue. |
| Acronym | Initials, name | The acronym NATO means N. Atlantic Treaty Organization. |
| Perfidious | Treacherous | His perfidious cowardice made him infamous. |