dis·mis·sive
[dis-mis-iv]adjective
1. indicating dismissal or rejection; having the purpose or effect of dismissing, as from one's presence or from consideration: a curt, dismissive gesture.
2. indicating lack of interest or approbation; scornful; disdainful.
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dis·re·spect·ful
[dis-ri-spekt-fuhl]adjective
characterized by, having, or showing disrespect; lacking courtesy or esteem: a disrespectful remark about teachers.
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te·na·cious
[tuh-ney-shuhs]adjective
1. holding fast; characterized by keeping a firm hold (often followed by of ): a tenacious grip on my arm; tenacious of old habits.
2. highly retentive: a tenacious memory.
3. pertinacious, persistent, stubborn, or obstinate.
4. adhesive or sticky; viscous or glutinous.
5. holding together; cohesive; not easily pulled asunder; tough.
6. Hicks
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Just a little vocab lesson from your Aunt BJ.
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