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Vocab 9: G & M
Manning Honors Eng. IV Vocab List IX
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| affiliate (v) | to associate as a member; to connect or associate oneself |
| agenda (n) | a list of items to address during a meeting |
| canvass (v) | to conduct a public opinion poll; to ask for support |
| cohort (n) | a group united by a common activity |
| collective (n) | a group or cooperative organization |
| conclave (n) | a meeting conducted in private |
| consensus (n) | an agreement of opinion or belief |
| convene (v) | to assemble as an official group or meeting |
| coterie (n) | a small, often exclusive, circle of people unified by common interests |
| dais (n) | a platform in a meeting room for guests or speakers |
| delegation (n) | one or more persons appointed to represent others |
| faction (n) | a dissenting group of people within a larger group |
| laity (n) | the people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy |
| lectern (n) | a supporting stand for books and notes for a speaker |
| liaison (n) | a means of communication between groups |
| officiate (v) | to perform official duties, as in a ceremony; to lead a group |
| quorum (n) | the minimum number of persons needed to officially conduct a group's business |
| roster (n) | a list of names |
| tribute (n) | an acknowledgement of respect |
| valedictory (n) | a farewell speech or address |