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Vocab Ch. 1-3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Rasping | Scrape or grate with a rough tool (verb) |
| Distraught | Mentally confused, bewildered |
| Distracted | Turned away the mind or attention of character |
| Wheedle | To persuade with flattery |
| Nurturer | One who takes care of, feeds |
| Disposition | A persons general way of acting |
| Transgression | Act or instance of breaking the law |
| Apprehensive | fearful about what may happen |
| Aptitute | Natural ability or talent |
| Chastise | To punish or reprimand severely |
| Rarity | Person or thing that is uncommon |
| Palpable | Able to be touched or felt |
| Petuantly | Ill-humored or peevish |
| Bewilderment | Confusion or complete puzzlement |
| Nondescript | Without interesting or striking characteristics |