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lesson 3
english vocab
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10th Grade
03/13/2009

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curtail
Definition
cut short/ reduce
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descriminate
Definition
1.recognize clear distinctions
2.treat in less favorable way
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espionage
Definition
act of spying (govt)
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inalienable
Definition
not able to be taken or given away
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incarcerate
Definition
confine or put in prison
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indignity
Definition
insult to one's pride; humiliating treatment
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indiscriminate
Definition
not marked by careful distinctions; haphazard
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infamous
Definition
1.have very bad reputation
2.disgraceful;vicious
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intercede
Definition
act of plead on another's behalf; smooth difference between two parties
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malign
Definition
say negative and unfair things about; slander
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perpetrate
Definition
commit as crime or antisocial act
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rampant
Definition
threatening wild, widespread
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rancor
Definition
deep, long-held feeling of hatred or bitterness
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reparation
Definition
mending or repair
2.payment for wrong or damage done
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smattering
Definition
1.superficial, scattered knowledge
2.small amount
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