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11th Grade
11/22/2011

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machination
Definition
an evil design or plan
syn: scheme; plot
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pejorative
Definition
having a negative effect; insulting
syn: disparaging; derogatory
ant: complimentary
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harbinger
Definition
an omen or sign
syn: warning; portent
Term
nubile
Definition
suitable for marriage in age and physical development, referring to a female
Term
sapient
Definition
wise; full of knowledge
syn: sagacious
ant: fatuous; inane
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chimerical
Definition
imaginary; fantastic
syn: absurd; illusionary
ant: practical
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masochist
Definition
one who enjoys his or her own pain and suffering
Term
finesse
Definition
diplomacy; tact; artful management
syn: skill; cunning
ant: tactlessness
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heterogeneous
Definition
different; dissimilar
syn: diverse; varies
ant: homogeneous; similar
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eclectic
Definition
choosing from various sources
syn: selective
ant: narrow
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grandiose
Definition
impressive; showy; magnificent
syn: stately; imposing
ant: humble
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raiment
Definition
clothing; garments
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blanch
Definition
to whiten; to make pale
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hybrid
Definition
anything of mixed origin
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idiosyncrasy
Definition
a peculiar personality trait
syn: eccentricity; quirk
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