1. Study Skills Vocabulary Unit 1
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2. Quietude
Definition: calm; tranquil; peaceful The quietude of the class took the substitute teacher by surprise.

3. Extrude
Definition: to force out; as through a small opening Black oil extruded from the engine block.

4. Obtrude
Definition: to impose oneself or ideas on others; to stick out Rick’s obtrusive parents forced him to attend the same college that they did.

5. addicted
Definition: to devote oneself habitually or compulsively My addiction to eating unhealthy foods is causing damage to my health.

6. brink
Definition: on the edge A few years ago, the economy was on the brink of collapse due to inflation and several other factors.

7. exalt
Definition: to raise high; glorify Liz felt exalted when she scored 1600 on her SATs.

8. hearten
Definition: to give strength, courage, or hope; to encourage It was heartening to receive so many cards from my friends.

9. kindle
Definition: to cause to burn or ignite; to inspire We attempted to kindle a fire with newspaper and leaves.

10. portend
Definition: to warn of as an omen; forecast In most cases, a lack of effort does portend failure.

11. seethe
Definition: to be agitated as by rage When he learned his kingdom had been conquered, the king seethed with anger.