A Raisin In The Sun Vocab Flashcards
Exasperated
Irritated and infuriated
Grudging
Displaying or reflecting reluctance or unwillingness
Vindicated
To clear someone of blame or suspicion
Tyrant
A person who exercises his or her power oppressively
Tentative
Unsure or uncertain of something
Heathenism
Primitive, cruel, or unsophisticated morals
Forlorn
Hopelessly sad and lonely
Assimilationism
The practice of encouraging others to adopt a different culture
Haphazard
Lacking any organization
Mutilate
Inflict a violent and disfiguring injury on
Scrutinize
Examine or inspect closely and throughly
Eccentric
Unconventional and slightly strange behavior
Indifference
Lack of interest, concern, or sympathy
Abrupt
Sudden and unexpected
Exuberance
Being full of energy, excitement and cheerfulness