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week 5
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English
11th Grade
02/12/2010

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ubiquitous
Definition
being present everywhere at once
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sumptuous
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deluxe; rich and superior inquality
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sophistry
Definition
invalid arguement displaying ingenuity in reasoning
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reputed
Definition
think of; look on; consider
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penchant
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preference; a strong liking
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overweening
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excessive; unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings
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nuance
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a subtle difference in meaning or opinion
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mundane
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everyday; found in the ordinary course of events
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ignominy
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shame; a state of dishonor
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idiosyncracy
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a behavorial attribute that is distinctive
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hallow
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consecrate; render holy by means of religious rites
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garner
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earn; acquire
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figment
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fantastic idea
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fiat
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decree; legally command or decision presented in court
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fecund
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capable of producing offspring or vegetation
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esoteric
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confined to
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enervate
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weaken mentally of morally
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depraved
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deviating from what is considered morally right or good
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delineate
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define; show the formal outline of
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acquity
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sharpness of vision
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