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GhostBoys Pt1 Vocab
vocabulary for part 1 of the novel, Ghost Boys
Term | Definition |
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ritual | a ceremony or action performed in a customary way |
pudgy | of a person or part of their body) slightly fat |
premonitions | a strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant. |
optimism | hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something. |
purses | (with reference to the lips) pucker or contract, typically to express disapproval or irritation. "Marianne took a glance at her reflection and pursed her lips disgustedly" |
Reverend | used as a title or form of address to members of the clergy. "the Reverend Jesse Jackson" |
scoffs | speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way. |
rim | the upper or outer edge of an object, typically something circular or approximately circular. |
syncopated | a temporary change in a music's rhythm or beat--you stress the weak beat instead of the strong one |
alliances | an agreement between two or more parties. It is made to benefit both parties. |