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Unit 11 Spelling/Vocabulary
Unit 11 Spelling/Vocabulary
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Literature
8th Grade
10/30/2009

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Term
perspective
Definition
A view or vista. A mental view of the relationships of the aspects of a subject to each other and to a whole.
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avocation
Definition
An activity engaged in, usually for pleasure, in addition to one’s regular work.
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accede
Definition
To consent; agree; yield.
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rationale
Definition
The fundamental reasons for something; a logical basis.
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immigrate
Definition
To move to and settle in a country or region to which one is not native.
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rational
Definition
Consistent with or based on reason; logical.
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regimen
Definition
A system of method of treatment or cure.
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prospective
Definition
Expected to be or occur; forthcoming; future. Possible.
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vile
Definition
Hateful; disgusting.
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imminent
Definition
About to occur; impending.
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anecdote
Definition
A short account of an interesting or humorous occurrence.
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exceed
Definition
To be greater than. To go beyond the limits of.
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vial
Definition
A small container for liquids.
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conscience
Definition
An inner sense in a person that distinguishes right from wrong.
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emigrate
Definition
To leave a native country or region to settle in another.
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bizarre
Definition
Very strange or odd; grotesque.
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antidote
Definition
A substance that counteracts the effects of poison.
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averse
Definition
Opposed; reluctant.
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vocation
Definition
A profession, occupation.
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eminent
Definition
Outstanding in performance, character, or rank; distinguished.
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bazaar
Definition
An Oriental market usually consisting of a street lined with shops and stalls.
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regiment
Definition
A unit of soldiers, composed of two or more battalions.
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persecute
Definition
To cause to suffer, especially on account of politics, religion, etc.; oppress. To annoy persistently; bother.
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conscious
Definition
Able to perceive and understand what is happening.
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prosecute
Definition
To initiate or conduct a legal action against someone. To present before a court of law for punishment or settlement.
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adverse
Definition
Not favorable; hostile
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liable
Definition
Legally obligated or responsible. Likely.
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libel
Definition
A written or printed statement that unjustly damages a person’s reputation or exposes him to ridicule. The act or crime of making such a statement.
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