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WordMaster List 1

WordMaster words given out in September

QuestionAnswer
Bedrock Solid rock underlying loose deposits such as soil or alluvium; the fundamental principles on which something is based
Chide scold or rebuke
Pensive engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought
Estuary the tidal mouth of a large river, where the tide meets the stream
Dupe deceive or trick; the victim of deception
Adamant refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind
Medley varied mixture of people or things; a miscellany
Cajole persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery
Lithe thin, supple, graceful
Mountebank a person who deceives other, especially in order to trick them out of their money
Devious Not Straightforward; indirect. Departing from the most direct way
Coerce persuade (an unwilling person) to do something by using force or threats
Huckster a person who sells small items, either door-to-door or from a stall or small store; to promote or sell
Flotilla a fleet of ships or boats
Forsake abandon (someone or something); renounce or give up
Circuitous (of a route or journey) longer than the most direct way; a round about way of going somewhere
Browbeat intimidate (someone), typically into doing something, with stern or abusive words
Corpulent (of a person) fat
Subterfuge deceit used in order to achieve one's goal
Jeopardize put (someone or something) into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure
Indigent poor or needy; a needy person
Sanctuary a place of refuge or safety; a nature reserve; a holy place
Tirade a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation
Deride express contempt for; ridicule
Pliable easily bent or flexible; easily influenced
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