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WW 10 L3

Wordly Wise Lesson 3 Vocab

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To cut short or reduce. Curtail
To make or recognize clear distinctions. To treat in a less or more favorable way. Discriminate
The recognizing of clear distinctions. The act of making a distinction in favor of or against a person or thing on the basis of the group or category rather than according to actual merit. The act of making fine distinctions; good or refined taste. Discrimination
The act of spying, especially a government spy obtaining secrets of another government. Espionage
Not able to be taken or given away. Inalienable
To confine or to put in prison. Incarcerate
An insult to one’s pride; offensive or humiliating treatment. Indignity
Not marked by careful distinctions; haphazard. Indiscriminate
Having a very bad reputation; notorious. Disgraceful; vicious. Infamous
To act or plead on another’s behalf; to try to smooth the differences between two parties. Intercede
To say negative and unfair things about; slander. Evil; showing ill will. Malign
To commit, as a crime or other antisocial act. Perpetrate
Threateningly wild, without restraint or control; widespread. Rampant
A deep, long-held feeling of hatred or bitterness. Rancor
A mending or repair. A making up or payment for a wrong or damage done, especially in the case of an international war. Reparation
Superficial, scattered knowledge. A small amount. Smattering
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