Vocabulary Study Guide

Vocabulary Terms

Admonish

• Definition: To warn or reprimand someone firmly.

Anonymous

• Definition: Not identified by name; of unknown name.

Astute

• Definition: Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one’s advantage.

Casualty

• Definition: A person killed or injured in a war or accident.

Deceased

• Definition: A person who has died.

Downright

• Definition: Used for emphasis, often in a negative context; completely or extremely.

Homage

• Definition: Special honor or respect shown publicly.

Hurtle

• Definition: Move or cause to move at a great speed, typically in an uncontrolled manner.

Legitimate

• Definition: Conforming to the law or to rules; able to be defended with logic or justification.

Magnitude

• Definition: The great size or extent of something; also refers to the importance or significance of something.

Stodgy

• Definition: Dull and uninspired; heavy and solid.

Upmost

• Definition: Of the highest degree or quality; the highest in position or degree.

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