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WCHS Unit 1-E
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| adulterate | (v) to corrupt, make worse by the addition of something of lesser value |
| ambidextrous | (adj) able to use both hands equally well; very skilful; deceitful, hypocritical |
| augment | (v) to make larger; increase |
| bereft | (adj., part.) deprived of; made unhappy through a loss |
| deploy | (v) to position or arrange; to utilize; to form up |
| dour | (adj) stern, unyielding, gloomy, ill-humored |
| fortitude | (n) courage in facing difficulties |
| gape | (v) to stare with open mouth; to open the mouth wide; to open wide |
| gibe | (v) to utter taunting words; (n) an expression of scorn |
| guise | (n) an external appearance, cover, mask |
| insidious | (adj) intended to deceive or entrap; sly, treacherous |
| intimation | (n) a hint, indirect suggestion |
| opulent | (adj) walthy, luxurious; ample; grandiouse |
| pliable | (adj) easily bent, flexible; easily influenced |
| reiterate | (v) to say again, repeat |
| stolid | (adj) not easily removed mentally or emotionally; dull; unresponsive |
| tentative | (adj) experimental in nature; uncertain, hesitant |
| unkempt | (adj) not combed; untidy; not properly maintained; unpolished, rude |
| verbatim | (adj., adv.) word for word; exactly as written or spoken |
| warily | (adv) cautiously, with great care |