Grades 12+ (WVI 5)
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atavism the recurrence or reappearance of a particular trait, style, attitude, or behavior that seemed to have disappeared, or that which has recurred or reappeared after such an absence.
belie to give a false impression of.
bibulous addicted to alcohol; alcoholic.
canard a deliberately false story or rumor, usually defamatory to someone.
convoluted complex; intricate.
deify to raise to the rank of a god; consider to be a god.
deposition a sworn statement, usually in writing, for use as testimony by an absent witness in a court of law.
disinter to dig up or remove from a place of burial; exhume.
flout to show scorn or contempt for, especially by openly or deliberately disobeying.
foible a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior.
hackneyed made trite or commonplace by overuse, as an expression or phrase.
hirsute covered with hair or stiff hairs; hairy or shaggy.
imprimatur any official permission or sanction.
peripatetic walking or traveling around; going from place to place; itinerant.
sanctimony a pretense of righteousness or piety; feigned devotion or holiness.