Chapter 1 Vocab Flashcards
1
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Adulterate
A
To corrupt, make worse by adding something
2
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Ambidextrous
A
Able to use both hands
3
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Augment
A
To make larger
4
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Bereft
A
Deprived of something
5
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Deploy
A
To position or arrange, to form up
6
Q
Dour
A
Stern, gloomy
7
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Fortitude
A
Courage in facing difficulties
8
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gape
A
To stare with an open mouth
9
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Gibe
A
To ridicule, mock, taunt
10
Q
Guise
A
Cover, mask
11
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Insidious
A
Sly, treacherous
12
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Intimation
A
An indirect suggestion, a clue
13
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Opulent
A
Wealthy, luxurious
14
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Pliable
A
Flexible, easily bent
15
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Reiterate
A
Repeat, restate
16
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Stolid
A
Not easily moved emotionally, dull
17
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Tentative
A
Uncertain, hesitant
18
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Unkempt
A
Sloppy, untidy
19
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Verbatim
A
Word for word exactly
20
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Warily
A
Cautiously, with great care
