English 10: Chapter 1-3 Vocabulary

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Cynical

Tending to disbelieve; distrustful of others

Abolish

To get rid of

Enmity

Feeling of being hostile to someone/something

Esconce

To settle in a comfortable place

Benevolent

Well meaning and kind

Dissentient

A person who opposes or disagrees

Apathy

Lack of interest or enthusiasm

Gambol

Run or jump playfully

Preeminent

Better than all others

Tormentors

People who inflict suffering on others

Acute

mentally alert and awake

Cryptic

Having a meaning that is mysterious or unclear

Maxim

Rule of conduct/ wisdom. Example: Actions speak louder than words.

Conceive

form or devise (a plan or idea) in the mind

Indefatigable

(of a person or their efforts) persisting tirelessly

Shirk

avoid or neglect (a duty or responsibility)