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Divergent Set 1
Ch. 1-18; #1-30
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| faction | a group within a larger group |
| indulgent | a tendancy to be overly generous or lenient with someone |
| reprimand | to express to someone your strong disapproval |
| abnegation | self-denial; selflessness |
| candor | quality of being open and honest |
| aptitude | ability; talent |
| hellion | a rowdy, mischievous or troublemaking person |
| supercede | take the place of; replace |
| electrode | a conductor through which electricity enters or leave an object |
| inconclusive | leading to no conclusion or result |
| divergence | differing from each other or the standard |
| economical | careful use of resources |
| fortitude | strength of mind that allows a person to encounter danger or bear pain |
| lust | a strong desire for someone |
| homogeneity | quality or state of lookig or acting the same |
| duplicity | deceitful in thought, speech, or action |
| initiates | a person who has been initiated into a secret society or group |
| reassurance | say or do something to remove doubts and fears of someone else |
| leisure | free time |
| chasm | a deep fissure in the earth, rock, or another surface |
| submissive | conform to authority; obedient |
| eradicates | put an end to; destroy |
| soil | to make or become dirty |
| administer | dispense or apply |
| reprieve | cancellation or postponement of a punishment |
| grimace | ugly, twisted expression on a person's face expressing disgust or pain |
| ashen | pale or gray color |
| exploit | make full use of and get benefit from |
| dormitory | a large bedroom to a number of people |
| bout | short period of intense activity |