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- Definitions - Set B

Unit 12

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Definitions - Set B
 
abjure (v.) to renounce, repudiate under oath; to avoid, shun

acrid (adj.) harsh in taste or odor; sharp in manner or temper

clandestine (adj.) secret, concealed; underhanded

elated (adj., part.) in high spirits, jubilant; extremely pleased

indulgent (adj.) yielding to the wishes or demands of others

irrelevant (adj.) not to the point, not applicable or pertinent

quell (v.) to subdue, put down forcibly

ruminate (v.) to meditate, think about at length

tangible (adj.) capable of being touched; real, concrete

trenchant (adj.) incisive, keen; forceful, effective; cutting, caustic; distinct, clear-cut

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