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Mitchell Night Vocab
Vocabulary for the book Night
Term | Definition |
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Edict | An official order or decree |
Expound | Present or explain a theory or idea systematically in detail |
Pestilential | Annoying, like a fly, dangerous |
Pillage | Violently rob |
Premonition | A foresight of the future, often a negative foresight |
Bestial | Beast-like in manner |
Reprieve | Cancel or postpone the punishment of a person(s), usually those condemned to death |
Crucible | A place or occurrence of severe trial or test |
Emaciated | Abnormally weak and thin, usually due to lack of food or exhaustion |
Incite | Encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful behavior). |
Embark | Go out on, begin |
Encumbrance | A burden, impediment |
Vigilant | Keeping careful watch for dangers or difficulties |
Revelation | A surprisingly and previous unknown fact, usually presented in great drama |
Expulsion | The act of depriving someone from an organization, group, or other |
Pious | Religiously devoted, having or exhibiting religious respect and awe; sincere and willing in the observance of religion; devout |
Haggard | Looking exhausted and rather unwell |
Bewildered | Confused, uncertain |
Hooligan | A violent young troublemaker |
Cynical | Believing people are motivated by self-interest, distrustful, believing the worst of other people |
Nocturnal | Done, occurring, or active by night |
Livid | Furiously angry |
Semblance | Resemblance, or similarity |
Robust | Strong and healthy, vigorous |
Apathy | Lack of interest, enthusiasm, concern |
Compulsory | Required by law, rule, obligatory |