MSD Unit 4: Red Scarf Girl Flashcards
something that has an important or serious effect on the future
fateful
something that is very tempting but difficult or impossible to get
tantalizing
to think about something carefully for a long time
contemplate
a friend or person who shares the same political beliefs, especially in communism or socialism
comrade (communist version)
to escape or avoid something or someone, often in a clever or tricky way
elude
something that is harmful or damaging, especially in a gradual or hidden way
pernicious
the middle class, especially the social class that owns the means of production in a capitalist society (in communist theory)
bourgeoisie
to decorate something with ribbons, flowers, or other things, often in a decorative and draped way
festooned
soaked with liquid, especially water, saturated
sodden
the small remaining quantity of something
remnants
wild uproar, chaos, or confusion
pandemonium
in a manner lacking energy or interest; without enthusiasm
Listlessly
showing no pity or compassion; cruel
ruthless
not clear or sharply defined; vague
indistinct
showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective
zealous
in a way that requires much effort and hard work
laboriously
characterized by a hearty, joyous humor or spirit of good- fellowship
jovial
the parts of a country outside of the capital or the largest cities
provinces
an overthrow and the thorough replacement of an established government or political system by the people governed
revolution
use or utilization, especially for profit or for selfish reasons
exploitation
a person who adapts actions, decisions, ect., to effectiveness regardless of the sacrifice of ethical principles
opportunist
a person who works for another in order to learn a trade
apprentice
used or shared in common by everyone in a group
communal
using force to open something or being overly interested in someone else’s personal affairs
prying
