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Lesson 6
Lesson 6
10
English
9th Grade
10/20/2009

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docile

Definition

 

adjective

gentle, easy to manage, obedient

Term

 

 

sinister

Definition

 

adjective

threatening trouble or bad luck, evil

Term

 

 

unscrupulous

Definition

 

adjective

dishonest, having no principles of right and wrong

Term

 

 

seethe

Definition

 

verb

to boil, to bubble or foam, to be excited or disturbed

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arrogance

Definition

 

noun

overbearing pride, a lack or regard for others

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yearns

Definition

 

verb

to long for or desire

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kindle

Definition

 

verb

to ignite, to arouse or excite, to set on fire

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spurns

Definition

 

verb

to turn down, to reject with scorn and contempt

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smug

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adjective

overly satisfied with one's own goodness or achievements, self-satisfied

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frivolous

Definition

 

adjective

silly, unimportant

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