Vocabulary from classical roots (B)

the sharp striking of one thing against another

percussion
instruments that make a sound when struck

percussion
describing the striking of a substance or a musical instrument

percussion
lasting for an indefinitely long time

perennial
continuing regularly

perennial
living longer than two years, said especially of plants

perennial
to penetrate through spaces; to spread throughout.

permeate
to hold fast to a task or purpose despite handicaps or obstacles

persevere
to postpone; to delay

defer
to yield respectfully to the opinion or will of another.

defer
tending to delay or postpone

dilatory
excited feelings of pride, triumph, or happiness

elation
to use available evidence to form a conclusion .

infer
to guess

infer
to engage in a quarrel, a struggle or rivalry

contend
to assert; to put forward in argument

contend
purpose

intent

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Vocabulary from classical roots (B)

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2017-09-11T20:40:01Z