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English IV Honors Vocabulary Lesson 3

English IV Honors Vocabulary Lesson 3. September 14, 2009. Vocabulary Lesson 3. 1. scapegoat (n.) one who bears the blame for others 2. peremptory (adj.): not allowing refusal or delay; imperative 3. atelier (n.): an artist’s or a designer’s workshop

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English IV Honors Vocabulary Lesson 3

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  1. English IV HonorsVocabulary Lesson 3 September 14, 2009

  2. Vocabulary Lesson 3 • 1. scapegoat (n.) one who bears the blame for others • 2. peremptory (adj.): not allowing refusal or delay; imperative • 3. atelier (n.): an artist’s or a designer’s workshop • 4. axiom (n.): a universal truth; an established law • 5. dulcet (adj.): melodious; pleasing to the ear

  3. 6. usurp(v.): to take over; seize power • 7. patronizing (adj.): treating with condescension; acting superior • 8. iniquity (n.): an evil or wicked act • 9. archaic (adj.): no longer current or applicable • 10. vacillate (v.): to waver; to sway indecisively

  4. 11. perspicacious (adj.): keen; mentally sharp • 12. abstemious (adj.): using or consuming sparingly • 13. talisman (n.): a magic charm or superstitious object • 14. expurgate (v.): to remove vulgar or objectionable material • 15. pellucid (adj.): transparent; clear

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