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English I Vocabulary Lesson 7
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English
9th Grade
01/30/2013

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Cynical
Definition
Inclined to distrust or deny the goodness or sincerity of human motive.
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Decorum
Definition
Conformity to accepted standards of conduct; proper behavior.
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Demagogue
Definition
A leader who appeals to the emotions and prejudices of people, especially to advance his own power.
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Demure
Definition
Quiet and modest.
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Deprecate
Definition
To express disapproval of; to depreciate one's effort.
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Destitute
Definition
Extremely poor; lacking necessities like food and shelter.
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Diffident
Definition
Lacking in self-confidence; shy.
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Dilemma
Definition
A difficult choice; especially a choice between two equally undesirable alternatives.
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Dilettante
Definition
One who studies an art or science for mere amusement.
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Disparity
Definition
Inequality; difference.
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Cynical
Definition
Syn: Distrustful, Skeptical, Scornful
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Cynical
Definition
Ant: Idealistic, Optimistic
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Decorum
Synonyms
Definition
Syn: Propriety, Dignity, Etiquette
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Decorum
Antonyms
Definition
Ant: Impropriety, Inappropriateness
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Demagogue
Synonyms
Definition
Syn: Agitator, Ringleader, Rabble-rouser
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Demure
Synonyms
Definition
Syn: Modest, Decorous, Reserved
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Demure
Antonyms
Definition
Ant: Audacious, Conceited, Blunt
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Deprecate
Synonyms
Definition
Syn: Belittle, Disparge
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Deprecate
Antonyms
Definition
Ant: Approve, Commend, Praise
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Destitute
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Definition
Syn: Indigent, Impoverished, Penniless
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Destitute
Antonyms
Definition
Ant: Opulent, Affluent
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Diffident
Synonyms
Definition
Syn: Timid, Shy, Modest
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Diffident
Antonyms
Definition
Ant: Arrogant, Aggressive, Forward
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Dilemma
Synonyms
Definition
Syn: Quandary, Pight, Predicament
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Dilettante
Synonyms
Definition
Syn: Amateur, Trifler, Dabbler
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Dilettante
Antonyms
Definition
Ant: Expert, Professional, Connoisseur
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Disparity
Synonyms
Definition
Syn: Disproportion, Dissimilarity
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Disparity
Antonyms
Definition
Ant: Parity, Likeness, Equality
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