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ACT vocab 13
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11th Grade
03/08/2012

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condemn
Definition
To disapprove of strongly; to declare guilty; to inflict penalty upon; to doom; to appropriate property for public use; to declare unfit for use
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decorous
Definition
Having/ showing decorum, good taste
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discredit
Definition
To disbelieve; to cast doubt on; to disgrace; loss of belief; doubt; disgrace
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equanimity
Definition
Eveness of temper; composure
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pejorative
Definition
Disparaging or derogatory
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plagiarize
Definition
To take ( ideas, writings) from another & pass them off as one's own
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prudent
Definition
Exercising sound judgment in practical matters; cautious in conduct, not rash; managing carefully
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serene
Definition
Undisturbed; calm
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stoic
Definition
A person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining, shows indifference
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vilify
Definition
To use abusive language about or of; defame
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