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Level 3-6
Level 3-6
10
Language - English
7th Grade
05/21/2008

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Term
Diffuse
Definition
to scatter or disperse; to make less brilliant or soften; widely spread or scattered; using more words than necessary.
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Elixir
Definition
a liquid medicine, particularly one with extraordinary powers.
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Pragmatic
Definition
concerned with the factual and concrete; practical, realistic.
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Conundrum
Definition
a riddle; a paradoxical or difficult problem; a dilemma.
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Exempt
Definition
to free from an obligation or a duty; freed from an obligation or a duty; excused.
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Invaluable
Definition
having a value too great to be measured.
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Myriad
Definition
of a large, indefinite number; a large but not counted number.
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Prudent
Definition
wise in handling practical matters; demonstrating good judgement or common sense; frugal.
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Stymie
Definition
to block or hinder; an obstacle or obstruction.
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Wreak
Definition
to inflict anger, vengeance, or punishment on someone; to vent strong emotion; to bring about or cause violence.
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