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What does the term 'boorish' mean?
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What is the meaning of the word 'buttress'?
What is the meaning of 'cajole'?
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Vocabulary Study Notes
- Blatant: Describes something that is glaringly obvious or showy, often in a negative context.
- Boorish: Refers to someone who is ill-mannered, rude, or socially awkward.
- Brigand: A term used for a bandit or outlaw, often associated with robbery or unlawful activities.
- Buffet: To physically toss about or strike; can also refer to the act of being thrown around by circumstances.
- Buffoon: Indicates a clown or fool; someone who often acts ludicrously to entertain.
- Bulwark: Functions as a defense wall or any means that serves as protection.
- Bursar: An official responsible for financial matters, particularly a treasurer in an academic institution.
- Buttress: Used to signify both the act of reinforcing/supporting something and the structure that provides stability such as trusses.
- Cajole: To use flattery or coaxing to persuade someone to do something.
- Calamitous: Characterizes events that are disastrous or catastrophic in nature.
- Carnal: Pertaining to physical or fleshly desires, often associated with sensuality.
- Carouse: To indulge in excessive drinking; to celebrate or live exuberantly.
- Carp: To complain constantly or find faults in a trivial manner.
- Castigate: To severely punish or criticize someone or something.
- Cavalier: Describes a carefree attitude, often associated with a lack of concern; can imply lordly disdain.
- Cavort: To engage in playful frolicking or frolicsome behavior.
- Certitude: Represents assurance or a high level of certainty about something.
- Cessation: Refers to a temporary or complete halt of an activity or process.
- Champion: To actively defend or support a cause, idea, or person.
- Chasten: To punish, chastise or reproach someone, often to correct behavior.
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Test your understanding of important vocabulary words with this quiz. Each question will challenge you to define or identify words including 'blatant,' 'boorish,' and 'brigand.' Perfect for students looking to enhance their language skills.
