11th Grade Vocab Unit 6 - PreTest

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anomalous

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abnormal, irregular, departing from the usual.

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transgress

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to go beyond a limit or boundary; to sin, violate a law.

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brusque

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abrupt, blunt, with no formalities.

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insurgent

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a person who rises in revolt against civil authority or an established government.

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transmute

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to change from one nature, substance, or form to another.

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vicarious

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experienced in the imagination through the feelings or actions of another person.

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ennui

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a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement.

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cajole

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to persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery.

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sinecure

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a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit.

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fetter

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a chain or manacle used to restrain a prisoner, typically placed around the ankles.