Vocabulary Unit 11 Extra Credit

to express mild disapproval; to belittle

Synonym: Onerous

the parts of any subject or discipline that are learned first; the earliest stages of anything

limp, not firm; lacking vigor or effectiveness

common, prevalent, widespread, happening often; full, abounding; plentiful, abundant, replete

The parties agreed to _____ the disputed funds pending a decision by the court

pieces of people's homes, furniture, and toys could be seen in the ______ of the landslide

In the age of electronic communication, writing letters by hand seems to be a ________ custom

Synonyms: delectable

to repeal, cancel, declare null and void

Antonyms: ebullient

a small group working in secret

In my present ______ state, I will not be able to pay for dinner.

to get rid of something unwanted, delete; to sift through to obtain what is desirable

The ______ of the drama critic's statements undermined the young actor's confidence.

Inflexible, beyond influence; relentless, unyielding

Spelling

to make smooth or glossy by rubbing, polish

completely surrounding, encompassing

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