Outsiders Vocabulary Flashcards
What does Leery mean?
CAUTIOUS due to realistic suspicions
What does Conformity mean?
Behavior to fit socially accepted standards. An agreement of character.
What does Taut mean?
Tense, not relaxed either mentally or physically
What does Ruefully mean?
A way of expressing sorrow or regret, sometimes in a humorous manner
What does Stupor mean?
A state of near-unconsciousness
What does Stricken mean either physically or mentally?
Physically: to be hit
Mentally: To be seriously affected by an unpleasant feeling
What does Clad mean either physically or mentally?
Physically: To clothe or to cover something with clothing
Mentally: To be covered with power
What does Delirious mean?
A disturbed state of mind
Symptoms: Restlessness or confusion
What does Idolized mean?
To admire or love greatly
What does Liable mean?
Responsible by law for someone or something
What is a Vacuum?
A gap left by loss or death resulting in the feeling of emptiness
What does Vast mean?
A great quantity
What does Veered mean either physically or mentally?
Physically: To change in direction
Mentally: A sudden change of behavior or opinion
