Grades 12+ (WVI 5)
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astringent a substance or drug that contracts body tissue and slows discharge or secretion.
augury the art or practice or an instance of predicting the future or obtaining hidden knowledge by interpreting omens.
chary not dispensing freely.
consternation surprise and alarm, leading to panic, deep disappointment, or total confusion.
contretemps an embarrassing or unfortunate happening; mishap; mischance.
extenuate to reduce the magnitude or seriousness of (a fault or offense) by offering partial excuses.
guru in a cult or religious movement, a spiritual guide or leader, sometimes believed to be divine.
invidious tending to arouse feelings of resentment or animosity, especially because of a slight; offensive or discriminatory.
knurled having small ridges.
misfeasance a normally lawful act performed in an unlawful way.
munificent having or showing great generosity.
noisome offensive or disgusting, especially in smell; foul.
obtrude to thrust or force (oneself, one's concerns, or one's opinions) on another or others without being asked.
regicide the murderer of a king.
sanguine having an optimistic temperament or outlook.