Vocabulary Weeks 7 & 8

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Abate

Back

become less intense or widespread

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Caustic

Back

sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way

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Churlish

Back

rude in a mean-spirited and surly way

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Desultory

Back

lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm

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Exacerbate

Back

to make a problem, bad situation, or feeling worse

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Flabbergasted

Back

Extremely surprised or shocked

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Paragon

Back

a person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality

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Prolific

Back

producing many works

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Reticent

Back

not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily

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Stoic

Back

a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining