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LDF Vocab 1
Mrs.Kintz vocab 1
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Literature
12th Grade
08/28/2011
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covert
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secret, concealed
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abyss
 Definition
bottomless hole
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corpulence
 Definition
state of being fat
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articulate
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to speak distinctly
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contrite
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extremely apologetic, remorseful
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bastion
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fortification, stronghold
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contempt
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scorn, disdain
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blunder
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to make a mistake due to stupidity
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cascade
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a steep waterfall
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compress
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to contract, reduce in size
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credulous
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gullible
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declivity
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downward slope
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cynical
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exhibiting mocking disbelief
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disinclination
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a desire to avoid
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discursive
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rambling
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decorum
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appropriate conduct
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demur
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to hesitate, delay, or object
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derision
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scoffing at
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disentangle
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to unravel
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diffidence
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shyness, reserve
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foliage
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leaves of a plant
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dubious
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doubtful, not clear
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ebullient
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overflowing with excitement
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flourish
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to thrive, grow well
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ferocity
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savagery
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furtive
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secret in an underhanded way
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