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Alberti- Night Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Edict (n.) | an official order or proclamation issued by a person in authority. - order, command |
| Expound (v.) | To set forth or state in detail. |
| Pestilential (adj.) | relating to or causing an infectious disease. |
| Pillage (v.) | To rob a place using violence. |
| Premonition (n.) | a strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant |
| Bestial (adj.) | savagely cruel and depraved. |
| Reprieve (n.) | a cancellation or postponement of a punishment. |
| Crucible (n.) | a ceramic or metal container in which metals or other substances may be melted or subjected to very high temperatures. |
| Emaciated (adj.) | abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food. |
| Incite (v.) | encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful behavior). |
| Embark (v.) | To begin a journey on a ship airplane. |
| Encumbrance (n.) | a burden or impediment. |
| Vigilant (adj.) | keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. |
| Revelation (n.) | a surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one that is made known in a dramatic way. |
| Expulsion (n.) | the process of forcing someone to leave a place, especially a country. |
| Pious (adj.) | devoutly religious |
| Haggard (adj.) | looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering. |
| Bewildered (adj.) | state of being confused or puzzled. |
| Hooligan (n.) | a violent young troublemaker, typically one of a gang. |
| Cynical (adj.) | sneering disbelief in sincerity and integrity. |
| Nocturnal (adj.) | done, occurring, or active at night. |
| Livid (adj.) | dark bluish gray in color. |
| Semblance (n.) | the outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different. |
| Robust (adj.) | |
| Apathy (n.) | lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern |
| Compulsory (adj.) | required by law or a rule; obligatory. |
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