Catcher in the Rye Vocab

Question 1

Phony

Answer 1

1. Adjective
2. Not genuine or real, Intended to deceive or mislead

Question 2

Ostracize

Answer 2

1. Verb
2. To exclude someone form a group or society
   To reject or shun

Question 3

Sadistic

Answer 3

1. Adjective
2. Taking pleasure in the infliction of pain

Question 4

Qualm

Answer 4

1. Noun
2. An uneasy feeling of doubt about one’s own conduct

Question 5

Monotonous

Answer 5

1. Adjective
2. Dull, tedious, and repetitious

Question 6

Unscrupulous

Answer 6

1. Adjective
2. Not honest or fair

Question 7

Gripe

Answer 7

1. Verb
2. To complain or grumble about something
   Especially something trivial or small

Question 8

Conscientious

Answer 8

1. Adjective
2. Wishing to do what is right

Question 9

Adapt

Answer 9

1. Verb
2. To become adjusted to new conditions

Question 10

Fiend

Answer 10

1. Noun
2. A person who is excessively fond of or addicted to something

Question 11

Suave

Answer 11

1. Adjective
2. Charming, confident, relaxed

Question 12

Lavish

Answer 12

1. Adjective
2. Extra generous, abundant, elaborate, or luxurious