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WordMasters 6th March/April 09
WordMasters 6th March/April 09
25
General Vocab
6th Grade
03/24/2009

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Term
skew
Definition
two lines that lie in different planes
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skeptical
Definition
doubting or not really believing what you see or hear
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rank
Definition
having a strong , bad smell or taste
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purge
Definition
cleanse, purify, wash away
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profess
Definition
to admit that one is an expert
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pare
Definition
decrease gradually or bit by bit
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ovation
Definition
enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause)
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ostentatious
Definition
excessively flashy or showy; competing for attention
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vanity
Definition
an excessive pride in one's abilities or appearance
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till
Definition
to prepare land (by plowing and laying down seed) for raising crops
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submerge
Definition
fill or cover completely, usually with water
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stigma
Definition
a symbol of disgrace or infamy
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garnish
Definition
any decoration added as a trimming or adornment
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droll
Definition
having an odd or amusing quality
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dubious
Definition
not convinced- they admitted the force of my argument but remained dubious"
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macabre
Definition
grotesque, grim, ghoulish
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insignia
Definition
a badge worn to show official position
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distort
Definition
to change the meaning of something
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devotee
Definition
an ardent follower
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braggert
Definition
exhibiting self-importance
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aura
Definition
feeling surrounding a person or thing
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colleague
Definition
an associate you work with
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nurture
Definition
to encourage the growth and development of
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aromatic
Definition
having a strong distinctive fragrance
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hierarchic
Definition
order or position
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