Vocabulary Words- Lord of the Flies Flashcards

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DIFFIDENT

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Modest or shy because if a lack of self-confidence .

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DECORUM

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Behaviour in keeping with good taste and propriety .

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RITUAL

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A religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.

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STATUS

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The relative social, professional, or other standing of someone or something.

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SAGE

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Wise-proceeding from or characterises by wisdom, prudence, and good judgment.

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ANTAGONISM

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Active hostility or opposition.

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CYNICISM

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An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.

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IRIDESCENT

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Showing luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles.

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ANONYMOUS

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(of a person) Not identified by name; of unknown name.

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INAUDIBLE

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Unable to be heard.

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CORPULENT

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Fat.

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CLAMOROUS

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Making a loud and confused noise.

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Confident Definition

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Feeling or showing confidence in oneself or one’s abilities or qualities.

Ex : He was confident about passing his math test.

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