Raisin in the Sun: Vocabulary List #1 Flashcards
Defer
put off (an action or event) to a later time; postpone. "they deferred the decision until February"
Fester
(of a wound or sore) become septic; suppurate.
(infected with bacteria)
“I developed a tropical sore that festered badly”
Muffle
wrap or cover for warmth.
“on a chair by the far wall, muffled in an absurd overcoat”
Stupor
a state of near-unconsciousness or insensibility.
“a drunken stupor”
Disheveled
(of a person’s hair, clothes, or appearance) untidy; disordered.
“a man with long, disheveled hair”
Erratic
not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable.
“her breathing was erratic”
Indictment
a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime.
“an indictment for conspiracy”
Exasperated
irritate intensely; infuriate.
(annoyed, impatient, or angry)
“this futile process exasperates prison officials”
Dreary
dull, bleak, and lifeless; depressing.
“the dreary routine of working, eating, and trying to sleep”
Vindicated
clear (someone) of blame or suspicion.
“hospital staff were vindicated by the inquest verdict”
Defiance
open resistance; bold disobedience.
“the demonstration was held in defiance of official warnings”
Permeate
spread throughout (something); pervade.
“the aroma of soup permeated the air”
Feeble
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.
“my legs are very feeble after the flu”
Ledger
a book or other collection of financial accounts of a particular type.
“the total balance of the purchases ledger”
Raucous
making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.
“raucous youths”
