English3A Vocab Pre-test

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(v.) to regard with horror or loathing; to hate deeply

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Abhor

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(adj.) stinging, bitter in tone

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Acrimonious

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(v.) to hint at, refer to indirectly

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Allude

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(adj.) concerned with beauty or appreciation of beauty

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Aesthetic

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(v.) to improve or correct a flaw, especially a skill.

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Ameliorate

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(adj.) peaceable, friendly; describes a relationship that gets along.

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Amicable

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(n.) not the norm; something not fitting the usual pattern.

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Anomaly

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(adj.) passionate; loving; enthusiastic.

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Ardent

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(n.) One who leads a life of self-denial and contemplation for spiritual goals; devoid of luxury.

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Ascetic

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(adj.) sharp, crafty, showing practical wisdom or intelligence.

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Astute