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Chapter 1-3 Vocab
8 vocabulary words from these chapters.
Term | Definition |
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mirage | an optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions; something that appears real or possible but is not in fact so |
furtive | displaying guilty nervousness; attempting to avoid notice or attention |
solemnly (adverb) | not cheerful or smiling; serious; dignified |
contemptuously | displaying complete disrespect; expressing hatred |
gesticulate | using bodily motions, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one’s words |
savage (noun) | an uncivilized person |
savage (adjective) | cruel, vicious, hostile |
indignant | adj. feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment |
tacit | adj. understood or implied without being stated |