9th Grade Unit 6 Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does 'credible' mean?

Back

Believable or trustworthy.

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What is a synonym for 'supplant'?

Back

Supercede.

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What does 'posthumous' mean?

Back

Occurring or published after death.

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What does 'hew' mean in the context of building?

Back

To chop or cut down (trees) with a tool.

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What is a synonym for 'sardonic'?

Back

Wry.

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What does 'diligent' mean?

Back

Showing care and effort in one's work.

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What does 'intricate' mean?

Back

Very detailed or complicated.

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What does 'hamper' mean?

Back

To hinder or obstruct.

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What does 'ridicule' mean?

Back

To mock or make fun of.

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What does 'defray' mean?

Back

To provide money to pay (a cost or expense).