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Foundations of vocab III unit 13 & 14 word definitions

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ambidextrousAble to use both hands equally.
ambivalenceHaving opposite attitudes or feelings at the same time.
ambiversionA personality trait including the qualities of both introversion (shy) and extroversion(out-going).
gravityAttraction of a celestial body that pulls objects towards its center.
graveRequiring serious thought.
grievousTo cause grief, pain, or anguish; serious or solemn.
qualifyTo describe the characteristics or qualities of.
QualityA distinguishing characteristic; a personal trait.
qualificationAn ability or accomplishment that makes a person suitable for a particular position or task.
quantityA specific number or amount.
quantitativeAble to be counted.
quantumA specific portion; the smallest amount by which certain quantities can change.
archaicRelating to or characteristic of a much earlier time.
archeologyThe study of material remains from a past culture.
archaeopteryxAn extinct bird having lizard-like characteristics, such as a long, bony tail.
eulogyA speech of high praise, esp. for someone who has died.
euphoniousPleasing or agreebale to the ear.
euphemismSubstituting a mild term for a harsh or offensive one.
cryobiologyThe study of the efffects of very low temperatures on living organisms.
cryometerA thermometer capable of measuring very low temperatures.
cryotherapyThe local or general use of low temperatures in medical treatment.
caloricOf or relating to heat.
calorificRelating to or generating heat or calories.
calorimetryMeasurement of the amount of heat evolved or absorbed in a chemical reaction.
crypticHaving hidden meaning.
cryptogramA piece of writing in code.
cryptographerOne who uses, studies, or develops codes.
dextrorotationA turning to the right.
dexterousSkillful in the use of hands.
dexteritySkill and grace in physical movement esp. in the use of the hands.
acrobatOne who is skilled in the feats of balance and agility in gymnastics.
acronymA word formed from the initial parts of a word such as SCUBA for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus.
acrosticA poem or series of lines in which certain letters, usually the first, form a name or motto.
verifyTo prove the truth with evidence or testimony.
veraciousHonest; truthful
verdictThe finding of a jury in a trial.


7/8 Language Arts Teacher
San Diego Academy
National City, CA

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