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Vocabulary Lesson Two: The Arabian Nights
Please provide a definition and a sentence for each vocabulary word and its
indicated part of speech below. Carefully note the difference between verbs and nouns.
You must use a dictionary for all definitions, even for those that you believe you already
know. The quiz will be on Friday, October 16.
1. deft
Definition: (adj.) neatly skillful and quick in one’s movements; demonstrating skill and
cleverness.
Sentence: The detective’s keen observance and deft interrogation skills left the suspect
with no choice but to confess to the alleged crimes for he was no match for her.
2. defy
Definition: (v.)
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3. distill
Definition: (v.)
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4. entreat
Definition: (v.)
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5. esteem
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6. exasperation
Definition: (n.)
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7. malice
Definition: (n.)
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8. maneuver
Definition: (v.)
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9. pacify
humanities
Definition: (v.)
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10. perspire
Definition: (v.)
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11. seclusion
Definition: (n.)
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12. solemn
Definition: (adj.)
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13. squander
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14. valiant
Definition: (adj.)
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