Wordly Wise Lesson 2 Je

Word definition

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Astute

adj. Wise in a clever or practical way.

200

Derogatory

adj. Expressing a low opinion; intended to hurt the reputation of a person or thing.

300

Scavenge

v. To search through or pick over, looking for something usable.

400

Slaughter

v. 1. To kill in order to obtain meat.

2. To kill people or animals in large numbers or in a cruel way.

n. 1. The killing of an animal for food.

2. The act of killing on a large scale or in a cruel way.

500

Vulnerable

adj. Open to attack; easily injured physically or emotionally.