The Giver Vocabb Flashcards

1
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Adherence

A

the condition of following strictly; devotion.

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2
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Apprehensive

A

anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen.

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3
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Aptitude

A

a natural ability to do something

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4
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Bewildered

A

cause (someone) to become perplexed and confused

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5
Q

Chastise

A

to reprimand or punish severely

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6
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Defiant

A

showing resistance or opposition

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7
Q

Distracted

A

caused to turn away from original focus of attention

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8
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Distraught

A

worried; extremely upset

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9
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Hoard

A

to store for future use; to save

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10
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Intrigued

A

fascinated

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11
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Ironic

A

what was not expected

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12
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Jeering

A

make rude and mocking remarks, typically in a loud voice

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13
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Navigation

A

the act of planning or directing a course

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14
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Palpable

A

capable of being felt or touched; easily perceived

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15
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Petulant

A

childish sulky or bad-tempered

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16
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Reassuring

A

comforting; inspiring confidence

17
Q

Reflective

A

contemplative or thoughtful

18
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Remorse

A

bitter regret; anguish for past misdeeds

19
Q

Sleek

A

smooth and lustrous

20
Q

Transgression

A

an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense