vocab the giver chapters 1 and 2

Question 1

ironic

Answer 1

the expression of one’s meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect

Question 2

palpable

Answer 2

able to be touched or felt

Question 3

wheedle

Answer 3

employ endearments or flattery to persuade someone to do something or give one something

Question 4

disposition

Answer 4

a person’s inherent qualities of mind and character

Question 5

transgression

Answer 5

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

Question 6

awed

Answer 6

filled with awe or wonder

Question 7

technically

Answer 7

according to the facts or exact meaning of something; strictly

Question 8

aptitude

Answer 8

a natural ability to do something

Question 9

chastise

Answer 9

rebuke or reprimand severely

Question 10

petulantly

Answer 10

of a person or their manner) childishly sulky or bad-tempered

Question 11

remorse

Answer 11

deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed

Question 12

conviction

Answer 12

a formal declaration that someone is guilty of a criminal offense, made by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge in a court of law

Question 13

hasten

Answer 13

be quick to do something

Question 14

tabulated

Answer 14

(of data) consisting of or presented in columns or tables

Question 15

nuisance

Answer 15

a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance

Question 16

chortled

Answer 16

laugh in a breathy, gleeful way; chuckle