Sadlier-Oxford Level F - Unit 6

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anomalous

deviating from the general or common order or type

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aspersion

a disparaging remark

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bizarre

conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual

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brusque

rudely abrupt or blunt in speech or manner

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cajole

influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering

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castigate

inflict severe punishment on

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contrive

make or work out a plan for; devise

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demagogue

a leader who seeks support by appealing to popular passions

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disabuse

free somebody from an erroneous belief

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ennui

the feeling of being bored by something tedious

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fetter

a shackle for the ankles or feet

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heinous

extremely wicked or deeply criminal

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immutable

not subject or susceptible to change or variation

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insurgent

in opposition to a civil authority or government

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megalomania

a psychological state characterized by delusions of grandeur

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sinecure

a job that involves minimal duties

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surreptitious

marked by quiet and caution and secrecy

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transgress

act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises

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transmute

change or alter in form, appearance, or nature

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vicarious

experienced at secondhand

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