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Word Meaning & Nuances

AB
nuancea subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound.
frugalliving in a simple and economical way
sinisterstemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable
menacethreaten, especially in a hostile manner.
ambiguoushaving more than one possible meaning
ambivalentuncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow
meagerlacking in quantity or quality
onomatopoeiaword that mimics the sound of the action
pretentiousa way to criticize people who try to act like they are more important or knowledgeable than they really are
ostentatiousvulgar or over-the-top behavior that is intended to attract notice and impress others


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Twin Valley School District

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