Spelling Bee Word List Ten

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What does 'smattering' mean?

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A small amount or a scattered number of something.

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Define 'tiff'.

Back

A slight or petty quarrel.

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What is a 'vial'?

Back

A small container, typically cylindrical and made of glass, used for holding liquid.

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What does 'barren' mean?

Back

Land that is too poor to produce much or any vegetation.

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Define 'cohort'.

Back

A group of people banded together or treated as a group.

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What is the meaning of 'quaint'?

Back

Attractively unusual or old-fashioned.

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Define 'diligent'.

Back

Having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.

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What does 'meticulous' mean?

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Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

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What is a 'paradox'?

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A statement that contradicts itself but may nonetheless be true.

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Define 'serendipity'.

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The occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.