Name:
Instructions: Write the correct word in the space before its definition. There may be more
than one definition for each word.
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fervor
indignation
manifest
forswear
frailty
heresy
injunction
laudable
homage
lethargy
inconstant
malignancy
1.
changeable, especially frequently and at random; not
faithful or reliable.
2.
a religious belief or doctrine not in keeping with the
established doctrine of a church, especially the rejection
of or dissent from any aspect of Roman Catholic Church
dogma by a baptized church member.
3.
the state or quality of being malignant.
4.
a command or order, especially from a court, to do or
refrain from doing something; authorization or
prohibition.
5.
a state of having very low energy with drowsiness and
apathy; lassitude.
6.
worthy of praise.
7.
clear and unmistakable to the eye or mind; plain;
obvious.
8.
to give up or renounce, often with an oath or pledge.
9.
righteous anger in response to something considered
unjust or unworthy.
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10.
the quality or state of being frail; weakness.
11.
strength, heatedness, or intensity of feeling;
impassioned enthusiasm.
12.
special respect, honor, or esteem, publicly displayed or
expressed.
Name:
Instructions: Write the correct word in the space before its definition. There may be more
than one definition for each word.
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abhor
belie
adjure
bestow
adverse
bounteous
aloof
bounty
augmentation
clamorous
barren
coffer
1.
the quality of giving in abundance; generosity.
2.
to regard with intense loathing or horror; detest.
3.
a large chest, especially one used to hold money, jewels,
or the like; strongbox.
4.
to command or bind as by oath.
5.
loud or noisy.
6.
to give a false impression of.
7.
plentiful or abundant.
8.
the process of augmenting or of being augmented.
9.
lacking or bereft (usually followed by "of").
10.
opposed to or conflicting with one's purposes or desires.
11.
uninvolved or distant; indifferent.
12.
to give, as a gift or award (usually followed by "on" or
"upon").
Name:
Instructions: Write the correct word in the space before its definition. There may be more
than one definition for each word.
rave
usurp
revel
venerable
reverence
waver
sustain
whet
tarry
1.
the act or process of maintaining the possession or use
of.
2.
to sharpen the cutting edge of (a knife or tool); hone.
3.
to support.
4.
to speak irrationally, without control; talk nonsense, as
in delirium.
5.
to provide with the basic necessities of life.
6.
to feel great pleasure; rejoice (usually followed by "in").
7.
deserving honor, respect, or reverence because of
advanced age, noble character, or dignified position.
8.
to show indecision or uncertainty; vacillate.
9.
the ability or power to remember; memory.
10.
an attitude or feeling of profound respect and awe
mingled with love; veneration.
11.
to delay or postpone starting or acting; linger.
12.
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retention
valiant
showing or characterized by courage in both spirit and
action; brave; heroic.
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13.
to take and hold (a right, position, office, or the like)
illegally, wrongfully, or by force.
Name:
Instructions: Write the correct word in the space before its definition. There may be more
than one definition for each word.
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consecrate
discourse
construe
disposition
damask
exasperate
deity
extort
demure
exult
detest
1.
quiet, shy, modest, or reserved in manner.
2.
to extract or obtain (money or the like) by force,
threats, or abuse of authority.
3.
to annoy or irritate greatly; cause to lose patience.
4.
a predominant or prevailing mood or temperament, as
of a person or the weather.
5.
a discussion in speech or writing, often formal and at
some length.
6.
to rejoice greatly, especially over some triumph.
7.
a deep pink color.
8.
to comprehend or explain the meaning or intention of;
assign a meaning to; interpret.
9.
to hate; loathe.
10.
a god or goddess.
11.
to dedicate to the service or worship of a deity; make or
declare sacred.
Name:
Instructions: Write the correct word in the space before its definition. There may be more
than one definition for each word.
mellifluous
prerogative
perdition
prevail
peruse
prodigal
pestilence
provident
pine
prudent
prattle
quaff
1.
showing wisdom and foresight in planning for the future.
2.
flowing and sweet, as though with honey.
3.
to drink, especially deeply and with obvious enjoyment.
4.
to talk in a foolish and childish way; chatter
meaninglessly.
5.
to be affected with great desire and longing (often
followed by "for)".
6.
to emerge as dominant (often followed by "over").
7.
imprudent and excessive in spending; extravagant.
8.
an epidemic, usually deadly, disease; plague.
9.
an exclusive right or privilege derived from one's office,
position, age, citizenship, birth, or the like.
10.
having or showing wisdom and caution in practical
matters; sensible.
11.
to read or examine attentively and in detail.
12.
the destination of doomed souls; hell.