Propagate
Source sentence: " Go and collect all the captive humans," the chief chimp ordered. " Now that we know their true nature, we cannot allow them to propagate. EDL word clues pg. 132
Context clues:
Sounds like propoganda which means spread lies or bad things so maybe this word means scatter or grow.
Definition: to cause (an organism) to multiply by any process of natural reproduction from the parent stock.
Original sentence: Many teens are having babies because they chose to propagate without protection.
Taciturn
Source sentence: A very funny comedian played the role of a taciturn old man. pg. 112
Context clues:
Synonyms: bitter, mean
Antonyms: kind, sincere
Definition: inclined to silence; reserved in speech; reluctant to join in conversation.
Original sentence: In the movie Speak, the female lead was taciturn after a horrible event.
Imbue
Source sentence: When Roseann met her parents in the lobby after the final act, she was imbued with envy and hard feelings toward her fellow performers. pg. 70
Context clues:
Synonyms: overwhelmed, burdened
Antonyms: relieved
Definition: to impregnate or inspire, as with feelings, opinions
Original sentence: The girl was imbued with stress when she didn't pass her class
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