Vocabulary Flashcards Sadlier 8-1

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adage (n.)

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a proverb, wise saying. Synonyms: maxim, aphorism

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bonanza (n.)

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a rich mass of ore in a mine; something very valuable, profitable, or rewarding; a source of wealth or prosperity; a very large amount; sudden profit or gain. Synonym: windfall

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churlish (adj.)

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lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; difficult to work with or deal with; rude. Synonyms: surly, ill-tempered. Antonyms: courteous, civil, well-mannered.

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citadel (n.)

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a fortress that overlooks and protects a city; any strong or commanding place. Synonyms: fort, stronghold, bulwark, bastion.

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collaborate (v.)

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to work with, work together. Synonyms: team up, join forces. Antonym: work alone.

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decree (n.)

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an order having the force of law. Synonyms: proclamation, edict.

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decree (v.)

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to issue an order having the force of law; to command firmly or forcefully. Synonym: proclaim.

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discordant (adj.)

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disagreeable in sound, jarring; lacking in harmony. Synonyms: grating, shrill, different, divergent, conflicting. Antonyms: harmonious, in agreement.

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evolve (v.)

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to develop gradually; to rise to a higher level. Synonyms: unfold, emerge. Antonyms: wither, atrophy.

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excerpt (n.)

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a passage taken from a book, article, etc. Synonyms: portion, section, extract.