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RL Turner 2009-2010 English Vocabulary
Vocab Week 13 RL Turner
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English
12th Grade
09/05/2009

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Analogous
Definition
having analogy; corresponding in some particular
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Brigand
Definition
a bandit, especially one of a band of robbers in a mountain or forest region
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Emissary
Definition
a representative sent on a mission or errand
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Felicity
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the state of being happy, especially in a high degree
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Incendiary
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used or adapted for setting property on fire. Tending to arouse strife, sedition, etc.; inflammatory
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Magnanimous
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generous in forgiving an insult or injury; free from petty resentfulness or vindictiveness
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Plight
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a condition, state, or situation, esp. an unfavorable or unfortunate one
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Repartee
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a quick, witty reply
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Ubiquitous
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existing, or being everywhere, especially at the same time; omnipresent
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Venerable
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commanding respect because of great or impressive dignity; worth of veneration
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