English 4 Vocab 3 All

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Scapegoat

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One who bears the blame for others.

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Peremptory

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Not allowing refusal or delay; imperative.

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Axiom

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Universal truth; established rule.

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Abstemious

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Using or consuming sparingly.

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Usurp

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Take over; seize power.

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Iniquity

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Immoral or grossly unfair behavior.

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Perspicacious

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Having a ready insight into and understanding of things.

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Expurgate

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Remove matter thought to be objectionable or unsuitable.

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Vacillate

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Waver between different opinions or actions.

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Dulcet

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Sweet and soothing (often used ironically).