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Vocab. Lev. D
Unit 15
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| abase | to lower in esteem, degrade |
| actuate | to move to action, ot impel |
| avert | to turn aside, to turn away, to prevent |
| boorish | rude, unrefined, clumsy |
| brunt | the main impact, force, or burden |
| combatant | a fighter, engaged in fighting |
| dormant | inactive, in a state of suspension, sleeping |
| dubious | causing uncertainty or suspicion, doubtful |
| harangue | to deliver a loud, ranting speech or the loud speech itself |
| harry | to make a destructive raid on, torment, harass |
| impenitent | not feeling remorse or sorrow for errors or offenses |
| knave | a tricky, unprincipled, or deceitful fellow |
| legion | a large military force, any large group or number; many numerous |
| liberality | generosity,generous act; breadth of mind or outlook |
| plaintiff | one who begins a lawsuit |
| probe | to examine, investigate thoroughly; an investigation; a device used to explore or examine |
| protract | to draw out or lengthen in space or time |
| quarry | to cut or take from a quarry; a place from which stone is taken |
| spurn | to refuse with scorn, disdain |
| subterfuge | an excuse or trick for escaping or hiding something |