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VP Lesson 21
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English
8th Grade
02/23/2012

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ABYSS
Definition
(noun) a deep, immeasurable space, gulf, or cavity; vast chasm.
Example: By the end, they had been stomped on by giant robots and kicked into a flaming abyss.
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AGENDA
Definition
(NOUN) a list, plan, outline, or the like, of things to be done, matters to be acted or voted upon
Example: All students should write in their agendas every day.
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EPHEMERAL
Definition
(adjective) lasting a very short time; short-lived; transitory
Example. The joys of childhood are ephemeral.
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Equilibrium
Definition
(noun) equal balance between any powers, influences.
Example: A state of mental equilibrium is required for mental health.
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Expend
Definition
(verb)to use up
Example: She expended energy, time, and care on her work.
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fortuitous
Definition
(adjective) happening or produced by chance; accidental.
Example: She met her husband in a fortuitous encounter.
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Grapple
Definition
(VERB) to engage in a struggle or close encounter.
Example: He was grappling with a boy twice his size.
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IDEOLOGY
Definition
(noun) the body of doctrine, myth, belief, etc., that guides an individual, social movement, institution, class, or large group.
Example: Republicans and democrats have a very different ideology.
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Palpable
Definition
(adjective)readily or plainly seen, heard, perceived, etc.; obvious; evident
Example: The tension in the room was palpable.
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Transient
Definition
(adjective) staying only a short time.
Example: Guests at hotels are transient.
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