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Vocabulary Chapter Eight
words, definitions, parts of speech
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Language - English
5th Grade
11/19/2009

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Term
alternate
Definition
(v.) to do, use, or happen in successive turns; to take turns
(n.) a person acting or prepared to act in place of another; a substitute
(adj.) happening or appearing in turns; every other; being a choice between two or more things
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demolish
Definition
(v.) to tear down, break to pieces
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energetic
Definition
(adj.) active and vigorous, full of energy, forceful
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enforce
Definition
(v.) to force obedience to
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feat
Definition
(n.) an act or deed that shows daring, skill, strength
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hearty
Definition
(adj.) warm and friendly; healthy, lively, and strong; large and satisfying to the appetite
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mature
Definition
(v.) to bring to or reach full development or growth
(adj.) fully grown or developed
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observant
Definition
(adj.) watchful, quick to notice; careful and diligent
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primary
Definition
(adj.) first in importance, first in time or order; basic, fundametal
(n.) an early election that narrows the choice of candidates who will run in a final election
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resign
Definition
(v.) to give up a job, an office, or right or claim
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strive
Definition
(v.) to devote much energy or effort, try hard
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verdict
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(n.) the decision of a jury at the end of a trial or legal case; any decision
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