10th Grade Vocabulary 4-6

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bigot (n.)

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one who is intolerant of differences in others

It was not long ago that bigots so freely made their racist feelings known in public; some still do today.

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expunge (v.)

Back

to erase or eliminate

Criminals who stay out of trouble for a period of time request to have their record expunged.

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candid (adj.)

Back

outspoken; blunt

Radio personality Rush Limbaugh and the cast members of The View are known for being candid in their opinions on a variety of issues.

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argot (n.)

Back

special words or phrases used by a specific group of people

Truck drivers and foreigners have their own argot that only they understand.

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negligence (n.)

Back

careless neglect, often resulting in injury

Billy’s parents were charged with negligence for not watching him more closely.

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appease (v.)

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to calm; to make satisfied (often only temporary)

The whole roasted turkey did little to appease Garfield’s appetite.

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strident (adj.)

Back

harsh sounding; grating

The strident sounds of Drizella and Anastasia’s music made everyone want to leave the room.

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chaos (n.)

Back

complete disorder

The chaos in the school cafeteria was caused by a massive food fight.

(chaotic, adj. form)

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augment (v.)

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to enlarge; to increase in amount or intensity

Kitteh’s head size was augmented by more than his ego.

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jingoism (n.)

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extreme, chauvinistic patriotism, often favoring an aggressive, warlike foreign policy

The policy of the Nazi regime under Hitler was a classic example of jingoism.

(jingoistic, adj. form)