Vocabulary Word
Word: decimate
Definition: kill (usually one out of ten or every tenth man); destroy or kill a large part of
Definition: kill (usually one out of ten or every tenth man); destroy or kill a large part of
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::: oligarchy - government by a privileged few
::: onerous - burdensome
::: handsome - large in quantity; generous; Ex. handsome reward
::: parody - humorous imitation; spoof; takeoff; travesty; V.
::: comprehend - include; understand
::: nonentity - person of no importance; nonexistence
::: incinerate - burn to ashes
::: remorse - deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach
