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English
1st Grade
12/07/2012

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Term
paragon
Definition
model of excellence or perfection
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differentiate
Definition
to mark or show a difference constitute a difference that distinguishes ( tells a difference)
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complicity
Definition
association or participation in or as if in a wrongful act
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persevere
Definition
persist in a state enterprise or undertaking
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travesty
Definition
debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
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juxtapose
Definition
to place sideby side
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Accost
Definition
to approach and speak to often in a challenging or aggressive way
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Callous
Definition
feeling no emotion
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Fickle
Definition
marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
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Henchmen
Definition
a trusted follower : a right-hand man
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Collusion
Definition
secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
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Innate
Definition
existing in, belonging to, or determined by factors present in an individual from birth
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Malign
Definition
evil in nature, influence, or effect
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Rancid
Definition
having a rank smell or taste
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Sordid
Definition
marked by baseness or grossness
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Exorbitant
Definition
exceeding the customary or appropriate limits in intensity, quality, amount, or size
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Arbitrate
Definition
to submit or refer for decision to an arbiter
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Tantamount
Definition
equivalent in value, significance, or effect
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Libel
Definition
a written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
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Fluctuate
Definition
to shift back and forth uncertainly
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