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- Definitions - Set B

Unit 10

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Definitions - Set B
 
allure (v.) to entice, tempt; to be attractive to; (n.) a strong attraction; the power to
attract, charm

askew (adj.) twisted to one side, crooked; disapprovingly; (adv.) twisted to one side,
crooked; disapprovingly

contentious (adj.) quarrelsome, inclined to argue

covet (v.) to desire something belonging to another

exponent (n.) one who advocates, speaks for, explains, or interprets; (math) the power
to which a number, symbol, or expression is to be raised

insuperable (adj.) incapable of being overcome

lamentable (adj.) to be regretted or pitied

respite (n.) a period of relief or rest

sinuous (adj.) winding, having many curves; lithe and flexible

vanguard (n.) the foremost part of an army; the leading position in any field

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