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Bridge chap. 1 vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| despised | to regard with contempt, distaste, disgust or disdain, scorn, loathe |
| grit | 1. small, loose particles of sand or stone 2. courage and resolve |
| puny | of less than normal size or strength |
| scalding | 1. very hot or burning or painful 2. negative, mean |
| anticipation | realization in advance, looking forward to something or an event |
| alloted | give a portion of something to someone as a share or task |
| hypocritical | behaving in such a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs but actions show the opposite |
| analyze | to examine carefully and in detail as to identify causes, key factors and possible results |
| approach | to come near someone |
| assess | evaluate or estimate nature, ability or equality of something |