Grades 12+ (WVI 5)
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abide to put up with; stand.
appellative a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible".
belie to give a false impression of.
crass lacking in sensitivity or refinement; crude.
debauch to lead or seduce into immorality or intemperance; corrupt.
disaffection an absence or loss of good will, faith, or loyalty, especially toward a government, principle, or the like.
eruct to belch forth.
insinuate to suggest (something derogatory) subtly and indirectly.
misanthrope someone who hates or distrusts humanity.
parlous full of dangers or risks; perilous.
periphrasis an indirect or roundabout way of phrasing something; circumlocution.
profligate totally given over to immoral and shameful pursuits; dissolute.
purvey to supply or provide (especially food, drink, or other provisions).
reconnaissance the act or process of examining an area, especially to gain militarily useful information.
shunt to turn or move aside or out of the way; divert.