HMH Unit 2 List 1 A Schoolgirl's Diary/Watsons CH 1-4

emulate (v)

strive to equal or match

vital (adj.)

important

punctual (adj.)

being on time

pomade (n)

lotion for hair

intimidate (v)

fill with fear

debate (n)

discussion in which opposing arguments are talked about

edict (n)

an official order issued by a person in authority

defy (v)

to challenge the power of; resist boldly or openly

pseudonym (n)

a fake name used to conceal your identity

anonymous (adj.)

of unknown name