RJ Vocab Act 1 Scene 1 Flashcards
1
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Augment
A
(V) to increase or intensify
ex. I am going to augment my pay by painting houses in the summer.
2
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adversary
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(N) opponent, foe, enemy.
ex. Valley is Dowling’s adversary
3
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chaste
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(Adj) Virtuous, decent, pure in style or manner, virginal.
ex. That woman acts in a chaste behavior.
4
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exquisite
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(Adj) of special beauty or charm
ex. The engagement ring was exquisite
5
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Forfeit
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(N)fine, penalty
(V) to lose or be liable to lose as a result of a crime
ex. I will forfeit this game.
6
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Grievance
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(N) problem causing resentment or complaint; grounds for resentment or complaint
ex. I took my grievances to the teacher.
7
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Pernicious
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(adj) harmful,destructive,lethal,
ex. The carbon monoxide is pernicious.
