The Book Thief vocabulary list 2 Flashcards
1
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Flippant (adj.)
A
showing an inappropriate lack of seriousness
2
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Deterrent (n.)
A
tending to prevent
3
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Castigate (v.)
A
inflict severe punishment on
4
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Accrue (v.)
A
To come into the possession of
5
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Admonish (v.)
A
To warn strongly; put on guard
6
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Vigilant (adj.)
A
carefully observant or attentive
7
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Dilapidated (adj.)
A
in a state of decay, ruin, or deterioration
8
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Stealth (adj.)
A
avoiding detection by moving carefully
9
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Brandish (v.)
A
exhibit aggressively
10
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Exult (v.)
A
To express great joy
11
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Precarious (adj.)
A
not secure; beset with difficulties
12
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Obligatory (adj.)
A
required by compulsion or convention
13
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Affability (n.)
A
a disposition to be friendly and approachable
14
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Loiter (v.)
A
To linger, remain, or wait around for no apparent reason
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Euphoric (adj.)
A
characterized by a feeling of well-being or elation
