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L is for Learning - 9.01
Learn These Words and definitions to confuse those who have no clue what they are!
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Language - English
9th Grade
11/18/2010

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Stratagem
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Plague
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Widespread disease which can destroy a community.
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Haughtiness
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An attitude of being superior (better than) other.

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Fickle
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Unable to make up one's mind, especially in matters of taste and love.
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Catacombs
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Networks of underground galleries which lead to burial places.[image]
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Kaleidoscope
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A tube-shaped instrument that is rotated to produce symmetrical designs by means of reflecting mirrors.

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Pessimistic
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An outlook which expects a negative and unpleasant outcome.

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Analysis
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The act of studying and thinking about something to find meaning.

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Double-Vision
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A secondary view, which might either agree with or oppose another point of view.
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Mutiny
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Revolt against superiors.

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Disqualified
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Not allowed to be considered.

 

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Piteous
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Pathetic, sad, and tragic.

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Evolve
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To grow or develop.

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Epitaph
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A short statement in memory of a dead person, usually put on a gravestone.
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Civilized
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Advanced in social customs, art, and science; showing culture and good manners.

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Demise
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One's Downfall or Death.

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Embark
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To set out; to venture forth.

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Diety
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A god.

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Reeking
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Giving off a strong and offensive odor; smelling very awful.

 

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Pawn
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An unimportant person or thing used by someone to gain some advantage; one who is used by another.

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Rank
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Social Class or position.

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