1. PAP Vocabulary Lesson 12

2. Accede - verb
Myron acceded to the wishes of his colleagues when he stopped smoking in the office.
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Definition: to agree to; consent to; often after urging another

3. Affluent – adj.
Although Cicely was not from an affluent family she could attend college because of the scholarship she had won.
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Definition: generously supplied with money or possessions; wealthy.

4. Arbitrary – adj.
Even though our choice of restaruant was arbitrary the food was delicious.
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Definition: determined by chance or whim; rather than by necessity.

5. Artisan - noun
Artisans working with leather yarn and clay displayed there products at the local crafts fare.
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Definition: one abele to do skilled work with the hands; a craftsperson

6. Dismantle - verb
Bert helped Matt dismantle the engine so they could begin work on the repair.
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Definition: take apart

7. Immerse - verb
To prepare the salad Jennie first blanched the vegetables by immersing them in boiling water.
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Definition: to cover with liquid; completely engage the attention of someone.

8. Irksome – adj.
All the steps preliminary to painting the ceiling – scraping patching and sanding – were irksome to Samantha.
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Definition: annoying; tedious

9. Legacy - noun
This silver pocket watch is my legacy from Grandfather Gomez.
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Definition: money or property left to another in a will; something passed on to those who come after.

10. Ostentatious – adj.
The Amish shun ostentatious furnishings for they’re homes.
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Definition: extravagantly showy or ornate

11. Panorama - noun
In on bedroom of the old mansion the four walls had been painted with a panorama of Chesapeake Bay.
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Definition: complete view of the area; thorough presentation of a subject.

12. Philanthropy - noun
The philanthropy of the Tan family has provided the money for this cancer research center.
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Definition: improve the well-being of those in need by donating money or aid

13. Prestige - noun Winning the Nobel Prize brings much prestige.
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Definition: high standing; respect earned by accomplishments; honored; esteemed

14. Prolific – adj.
Although Robert Graves was a prolific poet he is remembered primarily for his few novels.
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Definition: abundantly productive

15. Reticent – adj.
When we asked her about her parents Adriana grew reticent.
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Definition: to keep one’s thoughts/feelings to oneself; quiet; reserved

16. Tycoon - noun
Blithewold once the summer residence of a coal-mining tycoon now is open to tourists.
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Definition: wealthy and powerful businessman.