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  Academic Words Level 5 - 1 - Spelling Practices
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n. partner in crime; associate in wrongdoing


Spelling Word: accomplice
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a. old; belonging to, made in, or typical of an earlier period


Spelling Word: antique
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n. name; title; the act of naming; the act of appealing for aid, sympathy


Spelling Word: appellation
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n. expression of warm approval; praise


Spelling Word: approbation
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n. someone chosen to judge and decide the disputed issue;  one having the power to make authoritative decisions


Spelling Word: arbitrator
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n. shield; defensive covering, as of metal, wood, or leather, worn to protect the body against weapons


Spelling Word: armor
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a. kindly; favorable; not malignant


Spelling Word: benign
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n. blessing; benefit bestowed, especially in response to a request


Spelling Word: boon
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a. fickle; impulsive and unpredictable; apt to change opinions suddenly


Spelling Word: capricious
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n. noise; loud outcry; expression of discontent or protest


Spelling Word: clamor