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Animal Farm 1
Chapters 1-3 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Scullery | small room where the dirty work in a kitchen is done |
| Ensconce | establish or settle in a safe, comfortable, or secret place |
| Benevolent | wishing or intending to promote the happiness of others |
| Mincing | to cut or chop into very small pieces |
| Cynical | doubting the sincerity and goodness of others |
| Steadiness | the quality of remaining fixed; stable in position |
| Vivacious | vigorous and animated; lively, spirited |
| Nimble | active and sure footed; moving quickly and lightly |
| Gambol | running and jumping around at play; play boisterously |
| Ecstasy | an overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement |
| Apathy | lack of interest or desire for activity |
| Elementary | of or being the essential or basic part; straightforward and uncomplicated |
| Implement | a useful article of equipment |
| Parasitical | living off another |
| Acute | sharp or severe in effect |
| Doled | gave in small quantities |
| Shirk | avoid or getting out of work or a duty |
| Obstinate | not giving in; stubborn |
| Maxim | a short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct |
| Cryptic | having a hidden message |