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Vocabulary 13 14-15
Words from The Giver
Word | Definition |
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palpable | able to be touched |
utopia | a place of ideal perfection especially in laws, government, and social conditions |
prestige | a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc. |
anthem | a song of devotion or loyalty (as to a nation or school) |
drone | monotone: an unchanging intonation |
retroactive | intended to apply or take effect at a date in the past |
wheedle | to gain or get by coaxing or flattering |
regulate | to bring order or method to |
crescendo | a gradual increase especially in the loudness of music |
apprehensive | nervous |