Sophomore Vocab Review Weeks 9-11

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Contort

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To twist and press out of shape.

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Meager

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Thin; without fullness.

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Haboob

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A type of sandstorm.

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Derision

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Contemptuous laughter or ridicule.

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Indignation

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Anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment.

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Deliberate

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Done consciously and intentionally.

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Avert

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To turn away or prevent something from happening.

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Sullen

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Bad-tempered and sulky.

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Receptive

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Open to new ideas or suggestions.

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Scorn

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The feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless.