Vocab List #1

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abatement (ah-BAIT-ment), noun

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The reduction or elimination of a tax, claim, fine, or debt.

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abjure (ab-JOOR), transitive verb

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To renounce or turn your back on a belief or position you once held near and dear.

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abscond (ab-SKOND), verb

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To leave quietly in a hurry to escape notice, especially to avoid trouble.

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acrimonious (ah-kri-MOAN-ee-us), adjective

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Angry; bitter; disputed.

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adjudicate (ah-JOO-dih-kate), verb

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To preside over or listen to opposing arguments and help two parties settle their differences.

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adroit (ah-DROYT), adjective

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Skilled or clever in a particular pursuit.

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adulatory (ad-JYOO-lah-tore-ee), adjective

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Complimentary; giving of effusive praise.

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aficionado (uh-fish-ee-uh-NAH-doe), noun

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A devotee, someone who is enthralled with and supports a particular activity.

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aggrandize (ah-GRAND-ize), verb

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To exaggerate and make something appear greater than it is.

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albeit (al-BEE-it), conjunction

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Though.