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7th Grade
02/04/2007
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absurd
 Definition
inconsistent with reason or accepted ideas, ridiculous
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balk
 Definition
stop short, refusing to move or act
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bluntly
 Definition
rudely or abruptly, without tact
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diffident
 Definition
lacking in self-confidence, shy
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egotism
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conceit, self-exaltation
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elocution
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the art of public speaking
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extricate
 Definition
set free, disentangle
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gangling
 Definition
awkwardly tall and thin
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gnarled
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rough, twisted, knotted
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heirloom
 Definition
possession handed down from generation to generation
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impetuous
 Definition
acting quickly with little thought, hasty
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ineffectual
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unsuccessful, futile
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livid
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enraged, furious
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mutilate
 Definition
cut off or remove a part of
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ominous
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ill-omened, threatening
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pacific
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peace-loving, peaceable, appeasing
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plod
 Definition
walk heavily or laboriously
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smolder
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burn without a flame
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submerge
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go beneath the surface
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swagger
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walk or act arrogantly, strut
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tedious
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long and tiresome
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affable
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easy to speak to, approachable, courteous
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amble
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move at a smooth or leisurely pace
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coax
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persuade with soothing words
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component
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part, portion, section
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composure
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settled state, calmness
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consolation
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comfort for sorrow or distress
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cunning
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cleverness or craftiness
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