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Word List 5, Book 4

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AB
accurateConforming exactly to fact; errorless
wheedleTo persuade or attempt to persuade by flattery or guile; cajole.
austereSevere or stern in disposition or appearance; somber and grave
tumorAn abnormal growth of tissue resulting from uncontrolled, progressive multiplication of cells and serving no physiological function; a neoplasm
banterGood-humored, playful conversation
relicSomething cherished for its age or historic interest.
chasmA deep, steep-sided opening in the earth's surface; an abyss or gorge.
preenTo trim or clean (fur) with the tongue, as cats do.To dress or groom (oneself) with elaborate care; primp.
clusterA group of the same or similar elements gathered or occurring closely together; a bunch
pathosA quality, as of an experience or a work of art, that arouses feelings of pity, sympathy, tenderness, or sorrow.
commotionA condition of turbulent motion. An agitated disturbance; a hubbub
irascibleProne to outbursts of temper; easily angered.
cowerTo cringe in fear
fatalityA death resulting from an accident or a disaster
cudgelA short heavy stick; a club
extolTo praise highly; exalt.
duplicateIdentically copied from an original


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