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Vocab - Revenge
RCHS Vocab for Revenge and Justice Unit
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| a philosophy that teaches the importance of person choice, not universal codes, in creating values | Existentialism (n) |
| the surrounding of a fortified place by an opposing force, such as an army | Siege (n) |
| accuse publicly | Denounce (v) |
| to associate in a brotherly way; socialize | Fraternize (v) |
| to spread or broadcast | Propagate (v) |
| lecture; tirade | Harangue (v/n) |
| deserted; joyless (describes a place that no one lives but dogs bark at strangers) | Desolate (adj) |
| habitual; confirmed | Inveterate (adj) |
| lending money at a high rate of interest | Usury (n) |
| thoughtfully, musingly | Pensively (adv) Also Pensive (adj) |
| perversely adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion; stubborn | Obstinate (adj) |
| chastise; blame | Reprimand (v/n) |
| weeping; wailing | Lamentation (n) |
| great suffering; agony | Anguish (n) |
| dangerous | Perilous (adj) |
| feelings of reverence, fear, and wonder | Awe (n) |