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Esparanza Rising
Book- Novel.
Term | Definition |
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Renegade | an outlaw, a rebel |
Mesmerize | to fascinate, to hold attention of |
Dote | To be excessively fond of someone or something. |
Undulate | to have a wave like motion. |
Scorn | to treat with regard, disrespect, or shame. |
monotonous | boring; having no variety. |
stagnant | not flowing or running; as in air or water. |
demeanor | conduct, behavior, manner |
jalopy | an automobile that is falling apart; an old vehicle. |
careening | wobbling or swerving while in motion at a high speed. |
cascade | to rush down in large amounts. |
strike | refuse to work because of an argument or disagreement with an employee of a salary or working conditions |
brood | to be in a gloomy serious thought |
cot | a large portable bed which is often made of canvas on a folding frame |
bestow | to present as a gift; to give |