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MMChapter2
Vocab for Of Mice and Men Chapter Two
Term | Definition |
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Scourge | a thing that causes great trouble or suffering |
Skeptical | not easily convinced; having doubts |
Swamper | a laborer |
Skinner | a person who drives draft animals (mules or oxen); the operator of a piece of heavy equipment used in clearing land or in construction work, such as a tractor |
Morose | sad and ill-tempered |
Lame | unable to walk without difficulty as the result of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot |
Mollify | reduce the anger or anxiety of someone |
Pugnacious | eager or quick to argue or fight |
Gingerly | in a careful or cautious way |
Slough | punch |
Derogatory | showing a critical or disrespectful attitude |
Ominous | giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening |
Tart | a woman who dresses or behaves in a way that suggests she wants to have sex with a lot of different people |
Timid | showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened |
Bridle | show one's anger by putting the chin down |
Disengage | separate or release |
Complacent | showing satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements |