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WCHS Unit 1-E
Word | Definition |
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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 |