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Scarlet Letter Vocabulary
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English
11th Grade
09/14/2007

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cogitate
Definition
To consider carefuly and deepkly; reflect upon; turn over in one's mind.
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propensity
Definition
an inclination to do something; aptness; a disposition to behave in a certain way.
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traverse
Definition
to go to and fro across
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malleable
Definition
capable of being shaped
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torpid
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inactive; dormant
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congenial
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suitable; agreeable
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augur
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predict; foretell
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indubitable
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certain; without doubt
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scourge
Definition
whip;punish (same root as excoriate)
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bodice
Definition
the part of a women's dress above the waist
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abash
Definition
disconcert; destroy the self-confidence of
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evanescent
Definition
fleeting; tending to vanish
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iniquity
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wickedness; sin; violation of right or duty
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pillory
Definition
wooden framework with holes for head & hands
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countenance
Definition
expression on a face; bearin
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visage
Definition
face; features; countenance.
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abate
Definition
reduce in degree (or amount)
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sojourn
Definition
temporary stay (from French jour(nee))
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irk
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exaspearte; irritate;annoy
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sagacity
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having keen mental discernment;shrewd
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obstinate
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stubbornness
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tremulous
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characterized by trembling, as from fear, nervousness, or weakness
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momentous
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of great importance, consequence, or moment
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plaintive
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melancholy; mournful
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lurid
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shining with an unnatural glow
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amenable
Definition
willing to agree or yield
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draught
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a drink or dose (British spelling of draft)
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efficacy
Definition
ability to have the desired result or effect
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epoch
Definition
distinctive period
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epoch
Definition
distinctive period
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inquest
Definition
investigation or examination
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paramour
Definition
illicit lover( also any lover from French amour)
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purge
Definition
rid of impurities
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sable
Definition
black
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progenitor
Definition
biologically related ancestor
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plebeian
Definition
common; of the common people
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commiserate
Definition
sympathize with; pity
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subsistence
Definition
a basic living or existence
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ascetic
Definition
adj: austere, simple, nonmaterialist; noun: person who practices self-denial for religious reasons
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penance
Definition
voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for some wrongdoing
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succor
Definition
to help in a difficult situatio; to give aid or relief
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imbibe
Definition
to drink; to take in liquids; to absorb or take in
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guise
Definition
false appearance; pretense
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talisman
Definition
amulet; an object thought to be magical or to be a protection against evil
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infernal
Definition
relation to or inhabiting hell; demonic, cruel, hellish
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inscrutable
Definition
incapable of being analyzed and understood; obscure, cryptic
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procure
Definition
to obtain or acquire
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gesticulation
Definition
a deliberate and vigorous gesture or ,motion
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pristine
Definition
pure, fresh, or clean as new; unspoiled; immaculate
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tunic
Definition
any of a variety of loose fitting cloaks extending to the hips or knees.
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urchin
Definition
a small, mischievous child; a scamp
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perpetuate
Definition
to cause to continue
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ruff
Definition
a wheel-shaped collar popular int he late 16th early 17th centuries. made of very fine fabrics and sometimes edged with lace.
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sunder
Definition
to tear or break apart, usually violently
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alchemy
Definition
a protoscientific or occult practice seeking the transmutation of base metal into either gold or silver
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incantation
Definition
a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to ahve a magical effect
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emaciated
Definition
very thin, especially from disease or hunger; physically wasted
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palliate
Definition
to reduce thes ev erity of; to relieve
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pall
Definition
a cover, as of fog or cloud, causing darkness.
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erudite
Definition
having or showing profound knowledge
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despondent
Definition
disheartened, dejected; feeling hopeless
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auspicious
Definition
attened by favorable circumstances; tending toward good luck
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acquiesce
Definition
to accept, comply, or submit, usually tacitly or passively;t o give into antoher's demand or request.
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reciprocate
Definition
to give something in return
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columbine
Definition
wildflowers known for their distinctive blooms, generally bell-shaped, with spurs on each petal.
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sentinel
Definition
a lookout; one who watches or stands guard
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imperious
Definition
arrogant; domineering; overbearing
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comport
Definition
to beahve well or properly
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obeisance
Definition
dutiful or submissive behavior; a sign of reverence, submission, or shame
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effervescent
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bubbling; amrked by high spirits or excitement
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jocular
Definition
characterized by jesting and good humor
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scurvy
Definition
a disease caused by deficiency of vitamin C, characterized by spongy and bleeding gums, bleeding under the skin, and extreme weakness
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swarthy
Definition
dark-skinned
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consummate
Definition
to bring to completion, perfection, or fulfillment
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stigma
Definition
a sign or symbol of disgrace or infamy
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ethereal
Definition
1 very delicate or highly refined; 2 veyr light airy or insubstantuak, 3 belonging to the heavens or the celestial sphere.
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