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Gruenininger-Night
Term | Definition |
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Edict | an official order or proclamation issued by a person in authority. |
Expound | present and explain (a theory or idea) systematically and in detail |
Pestilential | of, relating to, or tending to cause infectious diseases. Dangerous,trouble and destructive |
Pillage | rob (a place) using violence, especially in wartime. |
Premonition | a strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant. |
Bestial | savagely cruel and depraved. Beastly lacking in intelligence or reason. Subhuman |
Reprieve | a cancellation or postponement of a punishment. |
Crucible | A severe test; a trial |
Emaciated | abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food. |
Incite | encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful behavior). |
Embark | go on board a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle. |
Encumbrance | a burden or impediment. |
Vigilant | keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. |
Revelation | a surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one that is made known in a dramatic way |
Expulsion | the action of depriving someone of membership in an organization. |
Pious | devoutly religious professing a strict traditional sence of virtue and morality; high minded |
Haggard | looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering. |
Bewildered | cause (someone) to become perplexed and confused. |
Hooligan | a violent young troublemaker, typically one of a gang |
Cynical | believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity |
Nocturnal | done, occurring, or active at night. |
Livid | furiously angry. |
Semblance | the outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different. a representation; a copy; resemblance. |
Robust | strong and healthy; vigorous |
Apathy | lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. |
Compulsory | required by law or a rule; obligatory. |