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Vocabulary: Week 9
List of Vocabulary Words for Week Nine
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English
Undergraduate 1
05/13/2012

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Asperse (v.)
Definition
1. To attack with false, malicious, and damaging charges or insinuations; slander
2. To sprinkle; bespatter
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Caustic (adj.)
Definition
Severely critical or sarcastic
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Cloak-and-dagger (adj.)
Definition
Pertaining to, characteristic of, or dealing in espionage or intrigue
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Cumulus (n.)
Definition
A heap; pile
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Fervent (adj.)
Definition
Having or showing great warmth or intensity of spirit, feeling, enthusiasm, etc.; ardent
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Furtive (adj.)
Definition
Sly; shifty
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Perplex (v.)
Definition
To make complicated or confused
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Prudent (adj.)
Definition
Wise or judicious in practical affairs; sagacious; discreet or circumspect
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Sententious (adj.)
Definition
Given to excessive moralizing; self-righteous
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Solace (n.)
Definition
Comfort in sorrow, misfortune, or trouble; alleviation of distress or discomfort
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