Mom Chapter 3-4 Flashcards

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Derision

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Contemptuous ridicule or mockery

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Wryly

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In a way that expresses dry, mocking humor

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3
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Entranced

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To fill someone with delight or take their full attention

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4
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Reprehensible

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Deserving censure or condemnation

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5
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Bemused

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Puzzle, confuse, or bewilder someone

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6
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Cowered

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Crouched Down in fear

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7
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Gnawed

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Bite or nibble; cause persistent, and wearing distress or anxiety 

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8
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Solemnly

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With deep sincerity, in a formal and dignified manner

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9
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Morose

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Sullen and ill tempered

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10
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Indignant

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Anger or annoyance provoked, but what is perceived as unfair treatment

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11
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Cringe

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Do you have feelings of a cute embarrassment or awkwardness

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12
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Scornful

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Feeling or expressing contempt, or derision

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13
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Aloof

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Not friendly, or forthcoming, cool and distant

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14
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Liniment

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A liquid or lotion, especially oil for pain, relief

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15
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Crestfallen

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Sad and disappointed

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16
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Disarming

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Having the effect of ridding suspicion, or hostility, especially through charm