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VCS Literature 7th
7th grade Christmas Carol Vocab
Word | Definition |
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specter | ghost; spirit |
gruel | a thin like cooked cereal like oatmeal |
destitute | poor; lack of food or shelter |
humbug | imposter; claiming to be something else; deceiving someone |
benevolence | kindness; goodwill; generous |
apprentice | beginner; learner; trainee |
penance | apology; punishment; confession of sin |
morose | miserable; gloomy; depressed |
portly | big large fat |
miser | saver collector |
dirge | hymn sad song; chant |
meager | small amount; not enough |
audible | easy to hear; clear |
scoundrel | crook; bad guy |
loiter | hang around; linger |
forlorn | sad unhappy; hopeless |