A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik Flashcards
it got added belatedly
later than what should have been the case
the letter filled her with indignation
anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment
I think he is self-righteous
you disapprove of him because he is convinced of his own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others
their individual plights are intertwined throughout the book.
an unpleasant condition, esp. a serious, sad, or difficult one
his report shows we acted judiciously with taxpayer money.
in a way that has or shows reason and good judgment in making decisions
to douse flames
to stop a fire from burning by covering it with something or putting water on it
to inspect for potential contamination. (the police immediately sealed off the crime scene to prevent contamination of evidence).
the state of containing unwanted or dangerous substances
I went back to my room unbesmirched
besmirched = to say bad things about someone to influence other people’s opinion of them
