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unit 25 vocab sapalicio
sapalicio vocab 2/11/14
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8th Grade
02/11/2014

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Term
demur
Definition
V- to take exception to
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denounce
Definition
v- to condemn, to expose critically, to speak out against.
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desiccate
Definition
v-to dry out completely, dehydrate.
adj- lacking vitality, life.
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dilemma
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n-a difficult position where one must choose between two or more choices that seem unfavorable. Any problem.
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disparage
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v-to belittle, say uncomplimentary things, to put down.
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karma
Definition
n-fate; destiny, the force generated by a person's good or bad actions.
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laconic
Definition
adj- brief, using few words. to the point.
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lament
Definition
v-to express sorrow or regret, to mourn.
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languish
Definition
v- to become weak or feeble; sag with loss of strength.
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waver
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v- to move unsteadily back and forth. to hesitate, unable to make decision
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weather
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v- to wear away or change.
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zeal
Definition
n- great enthusiasm for, or a devotion to a cause.
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