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Outsiders 1-3
Vocabulary from Chapters 1-3
Term | Definition |
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gallant | (Of a person or their behavior) brave; heroic. |
sophisticated | Having, revealing, or proceeding from a great deal of worldly experience and knowledge of fashion and culture. |
practically | Virtually; almost. |
muttered | Say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation. |
miserable | (Of a person) wretchedly unhappy or uncomfortable. |
passionate | Showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief. |
shudder | (Of a person) tremble convulsively, typically as a result of fear or revulsion. |
mention | Refer to something briefly and without going into detail. |
quiver | Tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion. |
pretended | Not genuine; assumed. |
impatient | Having or showing a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked. |
roguish | Characteristic of a dishonest or unprincipled person. |
incredulous | (Of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something. |
nonchalant | (Of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm. |
expression | A look on someone's face that conveys a particular emotion. |
striding | Walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction. |
concession | A thing that is granted, especially in response to demands; a thing conceded. |
motionless | Not moving; stationary. |
command | Give an authoritative order. |
stricken | Seriously affected by an undesirable condition or unpleasant feeling. |
undisturbed | uninterrupted. |
impatient | Having or showing a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked. |
slouched | The past tense of slouch; stand, move, or sit in a lazy, drooping way. |
perspiration | The process of sweating. |
suffocate | Die or cause to die from lack of air or inability to breathe. |
gingerly | In a careful or cautious manner. |
affection | A gentle feeling of fondness or liking. |
reputation | The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something. |
quiver | Tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion. |
acquire | Buy or obtain (an object or asset) for oneself. |