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Anne Frank Vocab
Anne Frank
Question | Answer |
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Standstill | A state of cessation of movement or action; |
Hymn | A song or ode in praise or honor of God |
Inarticulate | Lacking the ability to express oneself, especially in clear and effective speech |
advisability | Proper to be advised or recommended. Desirable or wise, as a course of action |
Lordship | The state or dignity of a lord. |
Intimate | Associated in close personal relations |
Embroidery | The art of working raised and ornamental designs in threads of silk |
Meticulously | Taking or showing extreme care about minute details |
Intuition | Direct perception of truth, fact, etc., independent of any reasoning process |
Gauntlet | A medieval glove, as of mail or plate |
Convulsive | Of the nature of or characterized by convulsions or spasms. |
Orthodox | Of the nature of or characterized by convulsions or spasms |
Toscanini | Italian orchestra conductor |
Carillon | A set of stationary bells hung in a tower and sounded by manual or pedal action |
Disgruntled | Displeased and discontented |
Apprehension | Anticipation of adversity or misfortune; suspicion or fear of future trouble or evil. |
Halfheartedly | Having or showing little enthusiasm |
Forlorn | Desolate or dreary; unhappy or miserable, as in feeling, condition, or appearance. |
Ulcer | A sore on the skin or a mucous membrane, accompanied by the disintegration of tissue |
Vague | Not clearly or explicitly stated or expressed vague promises |
Stealthily | Done, characterized, or acting by stealth; furtive: stealthy footsteps. |
Indignation | Strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, insulting, or base; righteous anger. |
Chrysanthemums | Any of several composite plants of the genus Chrysanthemum, |
Purgatory | In the belief of Roman Catholics and others |
Muffled | To wrap with something to deaden or prevent sound |
Onslaught | An onset assault, or attack especially a vigorous one. |
Indignant | feeling, characterized by, or expressing strong displeasure at something considered unjust |
Inferiority | Lower in station, rank, degree, or grade |
Hysterical | Of, pertaining to, or characterized by hysteria. |