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Unit 12 - Vocabulary
1/22/12 - P.T.
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English
6th Grade
01/22/2012

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abduct
Definition
to kidnap, carry off by force

seize, snatch
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ambiguous
Definition
not clear; having tow or more possible meanings

vague, uncertain, unclear, equivocal
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balk
Definition
to stop short and refuse to go on; to refuse abruptly; to prevent from happening; (in baseball) an illegal motion made by the pitcher
resist, hesitate, block
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compact
Definition
closely and firmly packed together; small; to squeeze together; an agreement between parties; a small case containing a mirror and face powder; a small car
dense, compress
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confer
Definition
to consult, talk over, exchange opinions; to present as a gift, favor or honor
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earmark
Definition
to set aside for a special purpose; to mark an animal's ear for identification; an identifying mark or feature
reserve, trait, tribute
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frigid
Definition
extremely cold; lacking in warmth or feeling

freezing, unresponsive
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implement
Definition
an instrument, tool; to put into effect

device, utensil, fulfill accomplish achieve, apply, carry out
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incalculable
Definition
too great to be counted; unpredictable, uncertain

countless, measureless
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indisputable
Definition
beyond question or argument; definitely true

irrefutable, undeniable, incontestable, inarguable
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intensive
Definition
thorough, deep, showing great effort; concentrated

thoroughgoing, heightened, exhaustive
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maneuver
Definition
a planned movement; a skillful plan; a scheme; to perform or carry out such a planned movement
move, tactic; guide, manipulate
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sabotage
Definition
an action taken to destroy something or to prevent it from working properly; to take such destructive action
vandalize, cripple, subvert, destroy
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scant
Definition
not enough; barely enough; marked by a small or insufficient amount
inadequate, meager, skimpy bare
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stealthy
Definition
done in a way so as not to be seen or observed; sneaky, underhanded
sly, furtive
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strapping
Definition
tall, strong, healthy

sturdy, husky, brawny, athletic, hefty
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strident
Definition
harsh, shrill; unpleasant sounding

piercing, grating
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thrive
Definition
to grow vigorously; to grow in wealth and possessions

flourish, blossom, prosper
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titanic
Definition
of enormous size, strength, power, or scope

gigantic, huge, mighty, immense
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valiant
Definition
possessing or acting with bravery or boldness

brave, bold, courageous, gallant, heroic
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