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Wordly Wise, Book 8, Lesson 1 Words
Words and definitions from Lesson 1 in Wordly Wise Book 8.
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8th Grade
09/19/2011
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Avid
 Definition
Eager; Enthusiastic; Having a strong desire for
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Brusque
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Gruff
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Concise
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Short and to the point
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Demean
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To cause a lowering of self-esteem
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Despicable
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Deserving contempt or scorn
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Emulate
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To imitate
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Evoke
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To call forth; to bring to mind
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Excruciating
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Very painful
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Inaugurate
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To begin officially or mark the opening of
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Pervade
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To spread throughout
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Proprietor
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An owner of a store or other business
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Pseudonym
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A pen name
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Rebuff
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To reject bluntly; to drive back
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Resilient
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Capable of recovering quickly from misfortune
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Turbulent
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Chaotic; unruly; stormy
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