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Vocab: The Lottery
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Profusely | adverb- Plentifully; in great amount |
| reprimands | noun- punishments |
| surveying | verb- examining or looking at carefully |
| reluctantly | adverb- hesitant or unwilling |
| grasping | verb- hold firmly |
| jovial | adjective- cheerful; happy |
| paraphernalia | noun- equipment |
| perfunctory | adjective-carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection. |
| scold | noun-a woman who nags or grumbles constantly |
| petulantly | adverb-Irritably, impatient irritation |
| precisely | adverb- carefully |
| consulted | verb- sought (seek) advice or information |
| daintily | verb- delicately |
| ritual | noun-a ceremonial or traditional act |
| desperately | adverb- hopelessly |