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The outsiders vocab
Vocabulary from the book the outsiders
Term | Definition |
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Unfathomable | Not able to be fathomed or completely understood; incomprehensible |
Rebellious | Defying or resisting some established authority, government, or tradition; insubordinate; inclined to rebel. |
Sarcasm | Harsh, cutting, or bitter derision, often using irony to point out the deficiencies or failings of someone or something. |
Hesitation | A state of doubt or uncertainty. |
Rivalry | The action, position, or relation of a rival or rivals; competition. |
Reputation | The estimation in which a person or thing is held, especially by the community or the public generally; repute. |
Editorial | An article in a newspaper or other periodical or on a website presenting the opinion of the publisher, writer, or editor. |
Sympathetic | Characterized by, proceeding from, exhibiting, or feeling sympathy; sympathizing; compassionate. |
Nonchalantly | Coolly unconcerned, indifferent, or unexcited; casual. |
Incredulous | Not credulous; disinclined or indisposed to believe; skeptical |