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Tom Sawyer
IEW Fix-it Tom Sawyer vocabulary weeks 1-6
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| prodigiously afflicted | greatly or hugely tormented |
| ambled | strolled at a slow, easy pace |
| illustrious | highly distinguished; famous |
| barter | to trade or exchange goods or services |
| opportunity | chance or favorable circumstance |
| prosperous | well-to-do |
| intrepidly | boldly; without fear |
| gazed | looked steadily and intently |
| perplexed | bewildered; puzzled |
| resurrected | brought back to life, notice, or use |
| Gobbled | ate hastily or quickly |
| burst | issued forth suddenly and forcibly |
| mischievous | causing annoyance or trouble |
| foolery | foolish action or conduct |
| shrill | high-pitched and piercing in sound |
| reeled | whirled or turned around quickly |
| play hooky | be absent from school with no excuse |
| roundabout | indirect |
| overpowering | very strong; overwhelming |
| wary | watchful; alert; on one's guard |
| vexed | irritated or annoyed |
| securely | firmly; not in danger of coming loose |
| chimed | spoke in singsong |
| muttering | speaking indistinctly and complainingly |