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Vocab Book E: Unit 1
Unit 1 Spelling Words and Definitions
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Writing
9th Grade
08/26/2012

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adulterate
Definition
to corrupt; make worse by the addition of something of lesser value
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ambidextrous
Definition
able to use both hands equally well; very skillful; deceitful, hypocritical
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augment
Definition
to make larger, increase
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bereft
Definition
deprived of; made unhappy through a loss
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deploy
Definition
to position or arrange; to utilize; to form up
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dour
Definition
stern, unyielding, gloomy, ill-humored
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fortitude
Definition
courage in facing difficulties
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gape
Definition
to stare with open mouth; to open the mouth wide; to open wide
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gibe 
Definition
(v.) to utter taunting words; (n.) an expression of scorn
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guise
Definition
an external appearance, cover, mask
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insidious 
Definition
intended to decieve or entrap; sly, treacherous 
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intimation
Definition
a hint, indirect suggestion
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opulent
Definition
wealthy, luxurious; ample; grandiose
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pliable
Definition
easily bent, flexible; easily influenced
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reiterate
Definition
to say again, repeat
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stolid
Definition
not easily moved mentally or emotionally; dull, unresponsive
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tentative
Definition
experimental in nature; uncertain, hesitant
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unkempt
Definition
not combed; untidy; not properly maintained; unpolished, rude
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verbatim
Definition
word for word; exactly as written or spoken 
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warily
Definition
cautiously, with great care
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