Night 2 Flashcards
Contagion
an influence that spreads rapidly
embarkation
beginning of a journey
encumbrance
burden
indeterminate
vague, not fixed in advance
rivet
to hold attention tightly, as if physically attached
semblance
outward appearance, but with a sense of falsity
vigilance
state of extreme watchfulness
derision
to laugh at in contempt, make fun of
liberated
released from slavery or enemy occupation
bereaved
to leave in a sad or lonely state
pious
very religious
unremittingly
not slacking, keeping on track
compulsory
mandatory, must do
lolling
- hanging loosely, dangling
oblivion
A place or mental state of no return; a wasteland.
harangue
To yell at someone endlessly or the rant itself.
stupefied
Made speechless and confused by an event or events.
liquidate
To get rid of something completely.
annihilate
To entirely destroy
Kaddish
A Jewish prayer to celebrate our presence in this world and the spirit of those who have
passed on.
